Mallam Nasir El-Rufai is a controversial figure. I'm torn between liking him and hating him.
Why do I like him?
He has shown some qualities which a Nigerian leader should have - COURAGE. He did what needed to be done and says what needs to be said.
Why do I hate him?
He was part of a government that could have done better than they did and he did not speak out while being part of this government.
The Obasanjo period compared to other democratically elected governments in Nigeria performed excellently. However, their stellar performance would still be classified as woeful. Nigeria today is a product of their collective decisions including their foisting of a weak leader.
If El-Rufai were to contest the 2015 election, I may vote for him. This is only if the same calibre of people that contested the 2011 elections contest the 2015 election. He made an impact during his time in office even though he is hated for some of his actions (unlike some who have nothing to show for their time in governance and still got voted into power).
Will you vote for him?