President Muhammadu Buhari’s nephew, Mamman Daura, has described the tag of leader of the cabal label on him as balderdash dismissing claims that he controls the president’s administration..
Since Buhari was first elected president in 2015, many have alleged that a cabal of associates led by Daura influence most of the policies implemented by his administration. But Daura says he never offers the president unsolicited advice, and does not force any on him.
First Lady Aisha Buhari has also given life to the claim several times, and last year accused him of tormenting her at the Presidential Villa.
However, according to a report in the Vanguard, Daura told BBC Hausa on Tuesday that he only offers advice to the president.
Daura said: “Yes, I do visit him to greet him. I do give him advice, but if he asked, I advise him.
“But I don’t go there on my own and insist I must do this or that.
“No. You don’t do that to the government.”
Daura also expressed disapproval for the power-sharing formula between the north and south usually touted for presidential elections.
“It is better for this country to be one…it should be for the most competent and not for someone who comes from somewhere,” he said.
