Security agents attempt to arrest El-Rufai at Abuja airport
Gossip • 4d ago
**Airport Drama: Nasir El-Rufai Escapes Security Clampdown**
Nigerians woke up Thursday morning to the shocking news of a high-stakes game of cat and mouse unfolding at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport in Abuja. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, narrowly escaped being arrested by security personnel as he stepped off a flight from Cairo, Egypt.
According to eyewitnesses, including El-Rufai's Media Adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, the security agents, believed to be from a certain government agency, made a bold move to apprehend the former governor. However, El-Rufai, known for his unapologetic and fearless stance, refused to budge without a formal invitation. This unexpected twist left the security operatives scrambling for their next move.
In a statement on his verified social media platform, Adekeye revealed that the security agents attempted to arrest El-Rufai, but he stood firm, insisting that he wouldn't be taken into custody without proper authority. The situation took a dramatic turn when the security personnel allegedly seized El-Rufai's passport from an aide, leaving him stranded at the airport.
This incident has sparked widespread speculation about El-Rufai's recent claims that he might be the next target of the Federal Government. Just a day before the attempted arrest, El-Rufai had hinted that he was on the radar of the authorities, citing recent developments as a reason for his concerns. While the government has remained tight-lipped on the matter, many have taken to social media to express their outrage and solidarity with the embattled former governor.
The implications of this incident are far-reaching, with many wondering what lies behind the government's alleged attempt to silence El-Rufai. As Nigerians continue to grapple with the complexities of their democracy, one thing is certain: the drama at the airport has only added fuel to the fire, keeping the nation on edge. Only time will tell what the future holds for El-Rufai and the government's intentions towards him.