By Gambo Abubakar Kaduna
The attention has been drawn with a malicious, reckless and politically motivated publication, falsely reported by online platform linking the Distinguished Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari, to the recent seizure of gold bars by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
The statement signed by the Chief of staff to Senator Abdul’azeez Yari Abubakar Marafan Sokoto, Engineer Abdullahi Abdulkarim, Katukan Tsafe.
The statement however explained that “we wish to state categorically and without any equivocation that Senator Abdulaziz Yari has absolutely no connection whatsoever to the matter being sensationally reported by some online platforms and their sponsors.
The publication is false, defamatory, mischievous and clearly designed to tarnish the hard-earned reputation of Senator Yari, who has remained one of the most influential political figures in Nigeria and a steadfast supporter of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The statement also noted that, “as instructive that while the EFCC publicly identified individuals arrested in connection with the incident, nowhere in its statement was Senator Yari named as a suspect or person of interest.”
“It’s absolutely desperate attempt by political adversaries to drag his name into the matter exposes the real motive behind this coordinated campaign of calumny.”
The statement further noted that “We are fully aware of the individuals and interests behind this latest round of propaganda. These are elements who have become increasingly uncomfortable with Senator Yari’s growing stature, political relevance, national acceptance and cordial relationship with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Having failed repeatedly in their efforts to diminish his standing through legitimate political means, they have now resorted to the weaponisation of falsehood, blackmail and media manipulation.”
“it’s clearly stated that Senator Yari will not be distracted by these acts of political brigandage. He remains focused on delivering quality representation to the people of Zamfara West and contributing meaningfully to national development.”
According to the statement “the legal team has been directed to immediately commence actions against all individuals, groups and media platforms involved in originating, sponsoring, publishing and amplifying these malicious allegations.
Those responsible for these evil and defamatory lies will be compelled to substantiate their claims before the appropriate judicial authorities.
Freedom of expression does not confer a licence to malign innocent citizens, destroy reputations or advance partisan interests through fabricated narratives.
The statement however urges members of the public to disregard the publication in its entirely, It’s nothing more than a politically orchestrated smear campaign lacking any factual basis.
The enemies of Senator Yari should understand that no amount of falsehood or sponsored propaganda can erase his record of service, diminish his contributions to nation-building or weaken the confidence that millions of Nigerians continue to repose in him.
