The presidency on Wednesday night defended Governor Nasir el-Rufai who threatened that foreigners who interfere in Nigeria’s election process will return home in body bags. A statement which emanated from the office of the Senior Special Assistant to the president, Garba Shehu, said the governor spoke in defense of national interest. It however assured that the federal government will cooperate with foreign observers who are in the country to monitor the election. The Governor spoke strongly in defense of national interest. It is clear that el-Rufa’i, our party the APC and all its candidates have reposed their faith in democracy through general elections.

Source: Nigerian Tribune February 07, 2019 09:11 UTC