‘From ministerial nominee to music analyst’, El-Rufai’s song suggestions spark reactions

Some Nigerians have taken to social media to react to the suggestion made by the immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-rufai, that they should start their Monday morning with a song by popular American artist Whitney Houston.

In a post via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, El-rufai suggested that Nigerians should kick off their Monday by listening to Whitney Houston’s summer Olympic song titled “One Moment at a Time.”

He wrote, “MONDAY MELODY: Video – Whitney Houston’s One Moment in Time was the official opening track of the Los Angeles Olympics. It remains a classic and one of my favorites. Enjoy it this Monday morning and the inspiring lyrics. – @elrufai.”

The former Governor then proceeded to post the entire lyrics of the classical music.

The post has, however, continued to generate different reactions from social media users who took to the comment section to drop their views about the post.

A Twitter user, @gani_jonathan tweeted, “From ministerial nominee to music analyst 🤣😅😂 you fell off too hard.”

Another user @Drelmoatiku wrote, “Now that Tinubu has woken up the spirit of music and the hidden gift in you, I suggest you form a collabo with @Omah_Lay to remix “so so take my pains away.” Shibiri shibiri shibiri, they are talking shit shibiri. The song will be a major hit, Sir. Don’t waste the talent, please.”

@egwunte wrote, “Elrufai has gone on another level. Music is the food of the soul. It’s a balm for the broken-hearted.  @ShehuSani your good brother needs cuddling to come out of this stronger and better. My thoughts and prayers are with you my beloved elder brother @elrufai.”

@saintvawulence tweeted, “If they tell me you will ever turn to an upcoming musician I would never believe. Twitter lyricist.”

@Johndauda19 wrote, “It’s seems we are expecting a new song from you soon

But please feature @ShehuSani 

I believe he can write good lyrics for the song for you.”

In contrary, @ SadiqIA1 said that El-rufai deserves the break from the government after meticulously serving the people of Kaduna State for 8 years.

He wrote, “5 months ago you were a governor and now you are peacefully enjoying life remembering the good days. This shows that you have kept a clean and clean record during your 8 years. All governors should learn from you.”

Also, @JamieOlat enjoined El-rufai to work with the present administration towards ensuring development in the nation. 

He tweeted,  “Thanks for the classical music you share. I thoroughly enjoyed Bob Marley’s Who The Cap Fit song. Sir, as emphasized by the President in the past, you should please consider working for him.”