The Director General of the National Intelligence Agency, (NIA) Mr Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, who resigned on Saturday, has given reasons why he abruptly bowed out of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Ahmed who tendered his resignation letter to Mr Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, on Saturday spoke to newsmen shortly after seeing the President.
According to Ahmed Abubakar, personal and family matters were major factors in his decision to step down from his role.
He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve in the new administration’s first 15 months, noting that he had held the position since 2018.
Ahmed said, “There are quite a number of reasons one will do that. Some personal family issues, but nothing very serious, actually, and the friendship will continue.”
“I discussed with Mr. President, he understood very well, and I promised to remain steadfast with issues and the security situations of the country.”
Abubakar’s resignation came after a routine briefing with the President at the Villa.
“It’s a routine thing, from time to time, to brief Mr. President on situations, on issues, and today is no exception. After the briefing, I tendered my resignation, and Mr. President graciously approved and accepted it,” he stated.
Ahmed Abubakar was first appointed as the Director General of the NIA in 2018 by former President Muhammadu Buhari, who later extended his tenure in December 2021.
