Audu Maikori tackles El-Rufai over claims of unfair treatment
Music executive Audu Maikori has publicly criticized former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai over his recent complaints about being treated unfairly.
Maikori made the remarks in reaction to comments credited to El-Rufai in which the former governor expressed dissatisfaction over how he has been treated since leaving office. According to Maikori, it is ironic for someone who presided over what he described as one of the most tyrannical administrations in the history of Kaduna State to now complain about injustice.
In a strongly worded statement shared online, Maikori accused El-Rufai’s government of ruling with an iron hand and being intolerant of dissenting voices during its time in office. He alleged that many residents, activists, and critics of the government were subjected to intimidation, harassment, and unfair treatment under the former governor’s leadership.
Maikori said it was difficult to sympathize with El-Rufai’s current situation, arguing that those who wield power must be ready to face accountability after leaving office. He noted that leadership comes with responsibility and that the effects of policies and actions taken while in power often outlive the administration.
The music executive also warned that political leaders should not expect special treatment once they are no longer in office, especially if their tenure was marked by controversial decisions and strained relations with the public.
Supporters and critics of El-Rufai have since reacted to Maikori’s comments on social media, with some agreeing that the former governor’s record should be examined before any claims of unfair treatment are taken seriously. Others argued that everyone deserves due process and fair treatment regardless of past actions.
El-Rufai has not officially responded to Maikori’s remarks as of the time of filing this report. However, the exchange has added to the growing public debate surrounding the former governor’s legacy and his recent political complaints.
Observers say the incident reflects the deep divisions that still trail El-Rufai’s time in office, with opinions sharply split between those who praise his reforms and those who accuse him of authoritarian tendencies.
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