Why Atiku Aide Describes Nasir El-Rufai as a ‘Unique’ Figure in Nigerian Politics Amid Ongoing ICPC Trial

Political conversations surrounding former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai have intensified after a senior aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar publicly defended the embattled politician, praising his leadership style while questioning the circumstances surrounding his continued detention. The remarks come as El-Rufai remains on trial over corruption-related allegations filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices […]

ICPC Explains Arrest of El-Rufai’s Personal Doctor Following Court-Approved Hospital Visit

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has defended its decision to arrest Professor Bello Abubakar, the personal physician of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, saying the doctor is under investigation for allegedly making false statements connected to the former governor’s recent hospital visit. The anti-corruption agency said the arrest followed […]

Tinubu Urged to Ensure Fair Treatment as El-Rufai’s Family Raises Concerns Over Detention

The family of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure that the former governor receives what they describe as his constitutional rights while facing ongoing legal proceedings. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday, El-Rufai’s wife, Asiya El-Rufai, said the family was not requesting political intervention in the court […]

Kaduna Commissioner Declares: El-Rufai Has No Control Over 2027 Election Outcome

Mamman Lagos, Kaduna State’s Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, has refuted claims made by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai regarding his ability to influence the 2027 election outcome. Lagos, a key ally of the current governor, Uba Sani, emphasized that El-Rufai lacks any special authority over the forthcoming elections. He insisted that the former […]