The Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Yusuf Liman, has issued a stern warning to Bello El-Rufai, the eldest son of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, cautioning against attempts to intimidate or threaten the Assembly amid its planned investigation into his father’s eight-year tenure.
In an official statement relayed by his spokesperson, Suraj Bamali, the Speaker alleged that Bello, a member of the House of Representatives representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, had posted two now-deleted tweets on social media insinuating a call to ‘fight’ and displaying disrespect towards the entire Legislative Arm of Government.
Additionally, it was claimed that Bello El-Rufai had conveyed insulting and subtly threatening messages to the Speaker through the WhatsApp platform.
The Speaker emphasized that regardless of the source, be it federal lawmakers or any other entity, threats and intimidation would not dissuade the Kaduna State House of Assembly from its mission to pursue justice and ensure accountability.
He reiterated the Assembly’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling its mandate of providing checks and balances, as well as upholding the rule of law within Kaduna State.
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The statement party reads, “In light of recent events, the Kaduna State House of Assembly wishes to address the erratic and unruly actions of Hon. Bello Elrufai, the member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency.
“Shortly after the establishment of a committee to investigate financial dealings, loans, grants, and projects implementation from 2015-2023 in Kaduna State, Hon. Bello Elrufai took to social media with two tweets, now deleted, insinuating a call to “fight” and disrespecting the entire Legislative Arm of Government. Additionally, he sent insulting and subtle threat messages to the Rt. Hon Speaker of Kaduna State House of Assembly, Hon Yusuf Liman via WhatsApp.
“The screenshots of these tweets and messages have been widely circulated, causing concern among the citizens of Kaduna State. It is disheartening that a Federal Lawmaker, entrusted with representing the people, would resort to such behavior, attempting to obstruct the lawful functions of the State Assembly.
“Threats and intimidation from anyone, including federal lawmakers, will not deter the Kaduna State House of Assembly from its pursuit of justice and accountability. The Assembly remains resolute in its mandate to provide checks and balances and uphold the rule of law in Kaduna State.”
“We urge the good people of Kaduna State to remain vigilant and steadfast in their support for transparency, accountability and the rule of law. The Kaduna State House of Assembly will continue to serve the best interests of the state and its citizens,” the statement added.
