You'll get lawsuit - Abati, Rufai clash on live TV over comment against presidential candidate [VIDEO]

Author: Ochogwu SundayPublished on: September 3, 2026Country: Nigeria

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You'll get lawsuit - Abati, Rufai clash on live TV over comment against presidential candidate [VIDEO]

Arise TV Morning Show hosts Reuben Abati and Rufai Oseni clashed live over comments made by Rufai regarding the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Senator Sandy Onor. Rufai criticized Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike for openly supporting APC candidate Bola Tinubu instead of the PDP candidate. Abati warned Rufai that he could face a defamation lawsuit for his remarks.

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