Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari has distanced himself from reports linking him to the recent seizure of gold bars by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, describing the allegations as false, malicious and politically motivated.
In a statement signed by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Abdullahi Abdulkarim Tsafe, Senator Yari said he has “absolutely no connection whatsoever” to the incident and condemned attempts by some online platforms to associate his name with the case.
The statement stressed that while the EFCC publicly identified individuals arrested in connection with the seizure, Senator Yari was neither named as a suspect nor listed as a person of interest.
According to the statement, the publication was designed to tarnish the reputation of the senator, who represents Zamfara West Senatorial District and remains a supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The statement further alleged that political adversaries were behind the campaign, accusing them of using falsehood, blackmail and media manipulation after failing to diminish Senator Yari’s political standing through legitimate means.
Despite the allegations, Senator Yari said he remains focused on providing quality representation to the people of Zamfara West and contributing to national development.
The statement also disclosed that his legal team has been directed to commence legal action against individuals, groups and media platforms involved in originating, sponsoring, publishing and amplifying the allegations.
It urged members of the public to disregard the publication, describing it as a politically orchestrated smear campaign lacking any factual basis.
The statement maintained that no amount of propaganda would diminish Senator Yari’s record of service, contributions to nation-building or the confidence Nigerians continue to place in him.
