I Didn’t Get Into Politics to Enrich Myself – El-Rufai Warns Against Voting APC
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has stirred up fresh political tension with a bold statement distancing himself from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a recent remark that has sparked wide reactions, El-Rufai declared, “I didn’t get into politics to enrich myself,” while warning Nigerians against voting for the APC in the 2027 elections.
El-Rufai, a founding member of the party, voiced strong disapproval of the current direction the APC has taken under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. According to him, the original vision of the party has been lost, replaced by self-interest, poor governance, and policies that have deepened the economic struggles of everyday Nigerians.
His comments have intensified public discourse, especially as Nigeria continues to grapple with inflation, rising cost of living, and growing insecurity. El-Rufai emphasized that political leaders must be driven by service, not personal gain a principle he claims is no longer upheld by the ruling party.
The former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory went further to urge Nigerians to think critically before casting their votes in the next general election, stressing the need for a leadership overhaul if the country is to make meaningful progress.
El-Rufai’s warning has been interpreted by many as a clear signal of internal cracks within the APC, with speculation growing that he may support or even lead an alternative political movement. His message comes at a crucial time as the countdown to 2027 begins, and more voices call for a shift in Nigeria’s political landscape.
As reactions continue to pour in, one thing is clear: El-Rufai’s statement is not just a political jab it’s a wake-up call to voters and a challenge to the establishment he once helped build.
