The son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, Ibrahim El-Rufai, stirred public conversation after addressing recent comments circulating about him. In a post shared on his social media account, he argued that calling him gay was never an insult in his view and criticized those who use the label as a form of mockery.
He said he had no issue with people identifying as gay, lesbian, or transgender, adding that he holds respect and affection for individuals across the LGBTQ spectrum. His remarks came as a response to online debates that had drawn significant attention in recent days.
The statement triggered a wave of mixed reactions, with some praising his openness and others questioning his stance. Despite the controversy, Ibrahim maintained that personal identity should not be weaponized, stressing that dignity and respect should guide public discourse.
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Ibrahim Elrufa’i said apart from his love for LGBTQ, he is an atheist since when he was 8 years old and genuinely too smart to be religious. pic.twitter.com/NYTlhbZq2j
— Kawu Garba (@KawuGarba) November 25, 2025
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