Yari didn’t describe Tinubu as “caged” – Associate
An online report alleging that former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as “caged” in the Presidential Villa has been refuted by associates of the lawmaker. The claim, which surfaced after the One Nigeria Project Conference in Abuja, was dismissed on Wednesday by Hon. Aminu Shehu, a close ally of […]
An online report alleging that former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as “caged” in the Presidential Villa has been refuted by associates of the lawmaker.
The claim, which surfaced after the One Nigeria Project Conference in Abuja, was dismissed on Wednesday by Hon. Aminu Shehu, a close ally of the senator, who said the statement attributed to Yari was incorrect.
According to Shehu, Senator Yari did not make the remark contained in the viral report. Instead, the senator used his speech at the conference to commend President Tinubu’s efforts toward national development and to call for unity among Nigerians.
During his address, Yari said the President has been “working tirelessly” and receiving detailed briefings from various sectors as part of efforts to address the country’s challenges. He noted that resolving some of the issues requires collective responsibility and cooperation among citizens.
Yari also disclosed that he had informed President Tinubu of his intention to attend the conference and encouraged support for the organisers.
He further urged stakeholders to focus on constructive dialogue and national cohesion, emphasising that unity of purpose is essential to achieving the goals of the “One Nigeria” initiative.
The senator’s comments contrasted with the narrative being circulated online, which his associates described as a misrepresentation of his position.