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A significant gathering in Abuja for the burial of Umma El-Rufai saw prominent political and business leaders come together. The funeral highlighted unity amid Nigeria's politically charged environment.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his deep sympathies to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai over the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma, who passed away in Cairo, Egypt.
Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has experienced the loss of his mother, Hajiya Umma, who passed away in Egypt while receiving medical care. El-Rufai remains in detention amid ongoing investigations.
Civil society organizations are urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to step in regarding the legal troubles of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. They are concerned about allegations of corruption and abuse of office against him.
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have sealed the Abuja residences of former Attorney General Abubakar Malami. Concurrently, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) announced plans to arraign former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai today over alleged financial misconduct.
The Court of Appeal has mandated the retrial of ex-Governor Nasir El-Rufai's challenge against the Kaduna State House of Assembly's investigation into his tenure. The court found that he was not properly served a hearing notice, which compromised his right to a fair hearing.
Kenneth Okonkwo, a leader in the African Democratic Congress, argues that the ongoing detention of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai is politically driven, attributing it to his affiliation with the opposition party.
A Federal Capital Territory court has extended the detention of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai, in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) until March 19, 2026. This decision comes as the anti-graft agency continues its investigation into corruption allegations against him.
A Federal Capital Territory court has ordered that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai, remain in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) until March 19, 2026. This decision comes as the anti-graft agency continues its investigation into corruption allegations against him.
Femi Fani-Kayode raises significant concerns regarding recent statements made by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, particularly pertaining to his claims about national security and controversial actions during his tenure.
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has refused to answer questions from the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), asserting his constitutional right to remain silent and stating he will only address allegations in a court of law. He believes the probe is politically motivated and has requested that the ICPC present its findings to a judicial tribunal.
Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State Governor, claims the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only viable opposition party in Nigeria while being held by the ICPC over corruption allegations from his governorship tenure.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized the Federal Government for purportedly applying justice in a selective manner, particularly concerning the legal matters involving former Kaduna Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, and ex-Attorney General, Abubakar Malami. The ADC is calling for equal treatment under the law for all citizens.
The N1 billion enforcement suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai against the ICPC and other parties encountered a hurdle due to a failure to serve the respondents. The case was presented in a Federal High Court but could not proceed as scheduled.
Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, a member of the House of Representatives, has accused the ICPC of conducting a smear campaign against his father, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, by exploiting his constitutional right to silence. He criticized the Commission for its alleged misconduct and lack of legal adherence.
