Yari Denies Sponsoring Anti-Tinubu Protests

Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari has vehemently denied accusations that he is sponsoring protests against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. A statement released by his office described the allegations as "false, reckless and politically motivated," asserting they were entirely fabricated and should be disregarded.

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reports alleging that he was financing protests against the federal government were entirely fabricated and should be disregarded by the public.

The senator's team emphasized that Yari has been a steadfast supporter of President Tinubu, investing significant political capital and resources to aid his presidential ambition and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The statement highlighted a relationship built on "mutual respect, political conviction and a shared commitment to Nigeria’s progress and stability," noting that Tinubu has publicly acknowledged Yari's loyalty and contributions.

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Yari has remained a steadfast supporter of President Tinubu and had invested considerable political capital and resources in supporting his presidential ambition and the success of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

According to the statement, it would be illogical for someone who has invested so much in the administration's success to sponsor protests aimed at undermining it. The senator's camp characterized recent attacks against him as the work of individuals uncomfortable with his "growing political profile" and "unwavering support for President Tinubu." These recurring allegations, they argued, reflect the "desperation and insecurity of their sponsors."

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The statement argued that it would be illogical for a politician who had committed so much to the success of the administration to sponsor protests aimed at undermining the same government.

The statement reaffirmed Yari's commitment to the Tinubu administration's success, stating that Nigeria's challenges require "collective effort, patience and constructive engagement rather than divisive propaganda." Yari remains focused on his legislative duties, constituents' welfare, and the national interest, and will not be distracted by "political merchants thriving on falsehood and sensationalism."

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recent attacks against the former governor were the handiwork of individuals uncomfortable with his growing political profile, his relationship with key stakeholders across the country and his unwavering support for President Tinubu.