We are not aware of Aso Villa clique working against Tinubu – FG

The Federal Government has reacted to Kaduna State governor’s claim that “certain elements” in the Villa are plotting for Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s failure in the February 25 presidential election.

Governor Nasir El-Rufai on Wednesday claimed on Channels Television that some elements are hiding under President Muhammadu Buhari who is insisting on doing the right thing to work against the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate.

Reacting to the comment, the Federal government maintained that it is not officially aware of such clique in the Villa.

The Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed speaking with newsmen at the presidential Villa said that the Buhari-led government has been fair to all candidates regardless of party affiliations.

“If there’s anybody who is working against any candidate, we don’t know officially,” Mohammed said.

He added: “On a more serious note, one thing I can assure you is that, no matter who, this administration is focused and determined to ensure a free and fair election. And I think this administration, and for that matter now, the most important person in this regard is Mr. President.

“I think he has shown by words and deed that he is committed to a free, fair and credible election. And fair, free and credible elections mean not favouring or disfavouring anybody.

“Everywhere he goes, he makes that very clear, even as recently as Friday, when he was in Daura. He said the same thing. So if there’s anybody who’s working against any candidate, we don’t know officially.”