Revealed: Why El-Rufai should not run for president in 2027

  • Nasir El-Rufai’s recent activities, including meetings with opposition leaders and public disagreements with the current government, have fueled speculation that he might run for president in 2027
  • Despite these speculations, El-Rufai has not officially declared his candidacy or announced a departure from the APC, Ogoegbunam Kingdom, a youth advocate noted
  • Mr Kingdom, nevertheless, stressed the importance of honouring the rotational agreement for the presidency, advocating for the Southern region to retain the office in 2027

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FCT, Abuja – Recent moves by Nasir El-Rufai have ignited speculations that the former Kaduna state governor may be plotting to run for president in 2027.