Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has responded sharply to remarks made by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, telling him that he “needs help.” The exchange comes after El-Rufai’s recent comments on national issues stirred debates across political circles.

Onanuga, who serves as Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, dismissed El-Rufai’s statements as misleading and unnecessary. According to him, leaders should focus on building unity rather than creating tension. His reply has since attracted public attention, with many Nigerians weighing in on the ongoing political back-and-forth.

The heated exchange reflects the current tensions within Nigeria’s political landscape, where party loyalty, governance style, and public communication continue to spark controversy. Observers believe such verbal exchanges reveal deeper divides among political elites, even as citizens look forward to more constructive leadership discussions.