El-Rufai’s Son Backs PDP’s Ighodalo Ahead of Edo Governorship Election

Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has made headlines by publicly endorsing Asue Ighodalo, the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the upcoming Edo State governorship election on September 21, 2024.

Known for his bold political opinions, Bashir took to social media to voice his support for Ighodalo, a surprising move given his family’s historical alignment with the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a brief post on X, he simply stated, “Asue Ighodalo. Edo state.”

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This endorsement has stirred conversations within political circles, as it is unusual for a member of the El-Rufai family to back an opposition candidate. Ighodalo, a former chairman of Sterling Bank’s board, has been gaining traction in his campaign recently, positioning himself as a formidable contender in the election.