The family of former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai has drawn a line in the sand, giving Defence Minister General Christopher Musa just one week to back up his allegations — or face demands for a public apology.
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The El-Rufai family is not taking things lying down. In a move that has sent ripples across Nigeria’s political landscape, the family of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has issued a strongly-worded seven-day ultimatum to the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, demanding that he either provide concrete evidence to back up allegations linking the former governor to killings in Southern Kaduna — or come out publicly and apologise.
The Ultimatum Has Been Served
For many Nigerians who have followed the long and painful story of the Southern Kaduna crisis, this latest development adds yet another dramatic chapter. The El-Rufai family made it crystal clear that the allegations made against the former governor are not only damaging but deeply offensive, and they have no intention of allowing such claims to go unanswered.
The family’s position is simple and direct: put up or apologise. If General Musa cannot substantiate what he said with facts, figures, and verifiable evidence within seven days, then a formal apology must follow.
Why This Matters to Every Nigerian
The Southern Kaduna question has been one of the most sensitive and emotionally charged issues in Nigeria’s recent history. For years, communities in Southern Kaduna have borne the brunt of devastating violence — killings, displacement, and destruction that have left deep scars on families and entire communities.
The allegations against El-Rufai, who served as Kaduna State Governor from 2015 to 2023, have always been a subject of fierce debate. His critics accused his administration of failing to protect minority communities, while his supporters maintained he was unfairly targeted by political opponents.
Now, with a serving Defence Minister wading into the conversation and making direct allegations, the stakes have been raised significantly.
A Family That Won’t Stay Silent
By issuing this ultimatum, the El-Rufai family is sending a clear message — they are ready to defend the former governor’s legacy and reputation with everything they have. In Nigerian politics, where allegations often fly freely without consequence, this kind of pushback signals that some families are no longer willing to absorb attacks without demanding accountability in return.
The seven-day clock is now ticking.
Whether General Musa will respond with evidence, stay silent, or offer an apology remains to be seen. But one thing is certain — this exchange between one of Nigeria’s most controversial former governors and a sitting Defence Minister is far from over.
Watch this space as this story continues to develop.
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