Malam Nasiru El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna, has challenged his predecessors and other leaders to follow suit, stating that he can swear by the Holy Qur’an that he did not steal public funds while in government.
Additionally, he declared that he will enter politics again in 2027, following the completion of his education.
El-Rufai declared in Hausa during a live broadcast on Freedom Radio Kaduna that he entered politics to help the people, not to further his own interests.
“I did not go into politics to steal money. I was satisfied with what I had before becoming governor. I am ready to swear with the Qur’an to prove my innocence if other former governors and current leaders would do the same,” he said.
He alleged his aides were being targeted by anti-corruption agencies as part of a smear campaign.
“My aides are being invited by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. However, there is no evidence showing where money went missing or who took it,” he added.
“I am not worried. I know I never took money that belonged to the people, and I will remain focused on my personal activities, like reading and writing,” El-Rufai said.
“There is no retirement in politics. By the will of Allah, we will return and continue serving the people,” he concluded.