Nasir el-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, says he may reconsider some of his relationships after some friends, colleagues and associates remained silent during his ongoing trial.

El-Rufai, in a statement posted on X, said the experience had taught him lessons about relationships and human nature.

He said adversity had a way of revealing the strength of relationships, noting that some people he had previously supported had chosen not to stand by him in his current circumstances.

“What I learn in difficult times like the past few months may lead me, quietly and without regret, to reconsider the nature of certain relationships and what those that look up to me expect of them.”

The former governor, who is facing trial over allegations including money laundering and conversion of public property, said he did not intend to condemn or reproach anyone for their choices.

He said he had supported colleagues, friends, family members and causes based on his faith, upbringing, values and conscience, often without expecting gratitude or reciprocity.

“I have no regrets about standing by people or for causes when I believed it was right to do so, and I bear no resentment towards anyone who chooses not to do the same for me,” he said.

El-Rufai added that he would not seek revenge or retribution over any perceived injustice or ingratitude, leaving ultimate accountability to God.

He said his priority was to remain at peace with his conscience and faith, while allowing posterity to judge the choices made by everyone involved.