Governor Nasir Ahmed El-Rufai is one man that is well respected as far as politics is concerned in Nigeria. He cannot be distracted from his unwavering efforts to turn around the state’s fortunes. Infrastructure, health, education, and security have been prioritized in his administration’s policy agenda....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
However, there is one gesture that seemed unique to Nasir El-Rufai. The governor has been caught on camera kneeling before Obasanjo, Atiku, Tinubu, Oba of Lagos, Abdulsalami Abubakar and many others. Recently, when he paid a visit to Muhammadu Buhari at the Aso Rock Villa, he went on his knees before the president. His gestures sparked mixed reactions both online and offline.
In my opinion, politics isn’t a dirty game, although it involves mind games. Kneeling or prostrating is a sign of respect and we often see people do so when they appear before kings. The act of kneeling before big wigs is a sign of humility and respect.
Governor Nasir El-Rufai going on his knees implies that he is a man who is ready to decrease so that others might increase. Forget about the trade of words politicians do, it’s just a game that only the players understand.
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