My attention has been drawn to the selective outrage and hypocrisy that many people, as usual, have deployed in judging the defection of Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano. His action is being portrayed as a moral lapse and even a “betrayal,” based on the premise that he has disappointed someone who once supported him.
However, a closer look at those promoting this perspective reveals that such reactions largely come from individuals who harbor deep resentment toward the APC and sympathy for the opposition.
The so-called sin of Abba Yusuf might have been more easily tolerated had he defected to the PDP, SDP, or ADC, even if such a move was made against the wishes of his political godfather.
Another striking observation is the use of two different narratives to judge defections, a clear case of double standards and hypocrisy by self-styled moralists and custodians of virtue.
For instance, when the biological son of Atiku Abubakar defected to the APC, both Atiku and many of his supporters described it as normal, arguing that he was old enough to make independent decisions without coercion.
Similarly, the daughter of the national chairman of the ADC, David Mark, who is said to be a lawmaker from Benue State is reportedly in the APC, yet this has not been framed as an act of “betrayal.”
Likewise, the son of El-Rufai is a member of the House of Representatives in Kaduna State, and despite harsh criticisms of the APC as a “devilish” party, El-Rufai has not disowned his son.
There are even many other examples among prominent figures where a husband belongs to one party and the wife to another, without any perception of betrayal or disappointment.
This clearly reflects one action being judged by two different tales.
Not to mention party apologists who constantly boast about politicians expected to defect to their party, with names being speculated upon. Such defections can only occur by disappointing or offending someone, yet these same people celebrate them.
Ironically, when a defection does not align with their emotions or sentiments, they are quick to dismiss it as insignificant and incapable of affecting outcomes. This only shows how emotions often distort analysis and shape people’s perception of facts.
Bagudu Mohammed
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