Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has rejected allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu betrayed him during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Saraki made this assertion while speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television.
Saraki's clarification came in response to questions about whether Tinubu played a role in the political and legal challenges he faced while serving as Senate President. He argued that it would be unfair to blame the current president for his ordeal.
Experts say that Tinubu's influence within Buhari's government was not as significant as many people believed. According to Saraki, the decisions that led to his prosecution at the Code of Conduct Tribunal and the investigations linked to the Offa robbery incident were not influenced by Tinubu.
Saraki emphasized that as Senate President, he prioritized actions that he believed were in the best interest of the country, even if those decisions later led to his persecution. He pointed out that Tinubu was not among those who initiated or implemented the actions that resulted in the Code of Conduct Bureau trial or other allegations brought against him during that period.
The former Senate President maintained that he was doing what he felt was necessary for the country, and for that, he was persecuted.
President Tinubu's reputation has been called into question over his alleged betrayal of former Senate President Bukola Saraki. However, Saraki's claims that Tinubu did not have the level of influence many people believed he had within Buhari's government are a clear indication that the current president is not responsible for his ordeal. This raises questions about the real reasons behind Saraki's prosecution and the role of other powerful individuals in his persecution. The fact that Saraki was doing what he believed was in the best interest of the country is a testament to his commitment to public service, but it also highlights the need for accountability and transparency in governance. Ultimately, this episode serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting the rights of public officials and holding those in power accountable for their actions.
