The Director-General of Media and Communications to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, has criticised Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) chieftain Engr. Buba Galadima, describing him as a political opportunist who has made little contribution to the development of political m
ovements.
Speaking during a radio programme, Bature alleged that Galadima had sustained his political relevance by aligning himself with different presidential candidates over the years rather than helping to build or strengthen any political platform.
He further claimed that one of the major challenges confronting the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is his continued association with Galadima.
“Today, because of Buba Galadima, Kwankwaso has fallen into a ditch that has turned his political career into a near total failure, leaving him to be moving from one party to another,” Bature said.
Bature further accused Galadima of lacking political influence despite his years in national politics.
“But Kwankwaso, who could not read the simple historical antecedence of Galadima, allowed himself to fall victim to his failures, while at the same time, he is loyal to Atiku Abubakar, President Tinubu and same Kwankwaso,” he added.
He concluded by dismissing Galadima as “nothing but a political wanderer” who, according to him, has failed to make any meaningful political impact even in his hometown of Bade, preferring instead to remain “an Abuja politician who goes on patronage.”
Galadima is yet to respond to Bature’s outburst.
BACKSTORY:
Buba Galadima is a veteran Nigerian politician who has remained an influential figure in the country’s political landscape for several decades. He has been associated with multiple political parties and movements, serving in leadership and advisory roles at different times. Over the years, Galadima has built a reputation as a vocal political commentator, often speaking on national issues and developments within opposition politics.
Galadima was for many years a close political ally of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the former Governor of Kano State and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, one of northern Nigeria’s most influential political groups. The movement, known for its strong grassroots support in Kano and other parts of the country, has played a significant role in shaping electoral politics in northern Nigeria. However, disagreements over strategy and political direction have periodically generated speculation about the relationship between Kwankwaso and some of his longtime associates.
The latest remarks by Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, spokesperson to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, come amid continued political realignments ahead of future elections. Bature alleged that Galadima’s association had negatively affected Kwankwaso’s political fortunes and also referenced the political trajectory of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, claiming Buhari achieved electoral success only after aligning with Bola Tinubu.
The comments add to the ongoing debate within northern political circles over the influence of key political actors and alliances on electoral outcomes. As of the time of reporting, Galadima has not publicly responded to Bature’s claims.
