The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has announced plans to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, before a Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday over alleged corruption-related offences.
In a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, John Odey, the anti-graft agency disclosed that El-Rufai would be charged alongside one Joel Adoga in a case involving allegations of fraud, money laundering, and unlawful possession of public property.
The planned court appearance follows growing pressure from various groups and individuals who had criticised the former governor’s prolonged detention without formal charges. Among those who raised concerns were the African Democratic Congress and the Muslim Rights Concern, both of which called for either his release or proper arraignment in line with the law.
According to the commission, the case, filed at the Federal High Court in Kaduna, forms part of broader investigations into alleged financial misconduct during El-Rufai’s time in office.
The ICPC also revealed that a separate case has been filed against the former governor and another individual, Amadu Sule, at a Kaduna State High Court. The charges in that case include abuse of office, fraud, and granting undue advantage.
The commission stated that all necessary legal procedures have been followed and that the defendants have been duly notified, reaffirming its commitment to due process and the rule of law.
El-Rufai has remained in ICPC custody since mid-February after initially being detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and later rearrested shortly after being granted bail.
The upcoming arraignment is expected to mark the next phase in the legal proceedings surrounding the allegations.
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