Tinubu's Reactions About Cabal, Rift With Buhari.

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National leader of the APC,Bola Tinubu says he is not known to shy away from speaking his mind if need be.

Addressing newsmen, Tinubu denied the report that his relationship with the president is no longer cordial.

He said claims and insinuations that he is not in good terms with the President is nothing but a fake news.

He expressed confidence in the leadership of President Buhari and denied allegations that a cabal exists in the present administration.

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