Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai says some friends, former colleagues and family members have turned quiet while he faces ongoing legal and political challenges. In statements reported by multiple outlets, El-Rufai portrays his comments as a reflection on relationships after periods of support and difficulty.
El-Rufai says he previously stood by others “at a considerable personal cost” and that his actions were guided by his faith, upbringing and personal values rather than expecting praise or reciprocity. He adds that people he supported are now free to choose whether to speak out or remain silent, and that some may deny past ties or seek to reinterpret events. One outlet frames his remarks as lamenting the silence of allies amid his “troubles,” while another emphasizes the broader message about conscience and reassessing expectations following “tough months.”
Both accounts present El-Rufai as addressing alleged changes in public support and connection, without providing new details on the specific legal cases or political events referenced.
