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ICPC raids El Rufai’s Abuja home amid corruption probe

Operatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission have searched the Abuja residence of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El Rufai. The raid took place on Thursday while the former governor remained in the custody of the anti graft agency over an ongoing investigation. El Rufai’s media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, confirmed the operation in a brief statement, saying ICPC officials searched the entire property. His lawyer, Ubong Akpan, condemned the search, describing it as unlawful and a violation of his client’s fundamental rights and due process. ICPC had earlier disclosed that El Rufai was in its custody in connection with investigations into alleged financial misconduct during his tenure as governor from 2015 to 2023. The commission has not yet released detailed information on the specific allegations or items sought during the home search. Before he was picked […]

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EFCC holds on to El-Rufai over alleged ₦432bn fraud probe

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is keeping former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai in custody as detectives intensify investigations into alleged mismanagement of about ₦423–₦432 billion during his eight-year tenure. El-Rufai, who honoured an invitation at the EFCC headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, arrived on Monday morning and has now spent at least two nights in detention while answering questions on loans, contracts and financial transactions executed between 2015 and 2023. Sources at the commission said investigators are scrutinising reports of a Kaduna State House of Assembly ad hoc committee, which accused the former governor and some of his aides of abuse of office, contract inflation, money laundering and diversion of public funds. The panel had alleged that huge loans obtained in the name of the state were either misapplied or not properly accounted for and recommended that El-Rufai, commissioners […]

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Ogba: El-Rufai should face DSS over seized passport

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Chidi Ogba, has urged former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai to report to the Department of State Services (DSS) over the seizure of his international passport. Ogba said there is nothing wrong with making himself available for questioning if he is confident he has done nothing wrong. Security agents recently intercepted El-Rufai at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja after his return from Cairo, Egypt, and confiscated his passport. His lawyer condemned the incident as an attempted arrest without a warrant and described the seizure of the passport as unconstitutional and an abuse of power. Ogba, however, argued that instead of relying only on public sympathy, El-Rufai should formally present himself to the DSS or any relevant security agency to clear up any issues. He maintained that submitting […]

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Obasanjo: Why I Rejected El-Rufai as My Successor

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that he once rejected a proposal for Nasir El-Rufai to succeed him as President in 2007. Obasanjo made this disclosure at the Ajibosin Platform Annual Symposium in Abeokuta. He stated that the suggestion was made by former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka, who was a guest at the event. Interjecting during Chidoka's speech, Obasanjo recalled the proposal. "He didn't mention that when I was leaving government, he was pushing that his friend, El-Rufai, should be brought in as my successor," Obasanjo said. The former president explained that he declined the recommendation because he believed El-Rufai, who served as the FCT Minister at the time, was "not yet mature enough" to lead Nigeria. Obasanjo added that Chidoka later agreed with his assessment. "Many years later, after seeing his performance, he came back to me and said, […]

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SDP State Chairmen Reject ‘Fake NEC Meeting’, Accuse El-Rufai of Meddling

🚨 SDP in Turmoil: State Chairmen Denounce "Illegal" NEC Meeting The Forum of SDP State Chairmen has disowned a controversial National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja, calling it "fake, unconstitutional, and orchestrated by suspended former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai." 🔍 Key Allegations: Meeting held without NWC approval or state chairmen’s knowledge El-Rufai accused of luring members (despite being suspended by Kaduna SDP) Forged signatures used to send fake letters to INEC 📜 Forum’s Stand:"We distance ourselves from this reckless gathering. Justice must prevail." — Femi Olaniyi Ferrari, Forum Chairman 🕵️‍♂️ What Really Happened? 1. The Unauthorized Meeting Held July 25 in Abuja Attendees allegedly misled into believing it was legitimate No quorum or NWC involvement 2. El-Rufai’s Alleged Role Former governor not an SDP member (suspended for "false claims") Accused of financial inducement to sway chairmen Silent on accusations (no response to press inquiries) 3. Fallout & Demands ✔ Investigation into organizers✔ Sanctions for forgery and impersonation✔ INEC alerted via sworn affidavits on fake documents […]

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“ADC Exploiting Buhari’s Death for Politics” – Presidency Fires Back

Presidency vs ADC: War of Words Over Buhari’s Burial The Presidency has launched a scathing attack on the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing the opposition party of “shamelessly exploiting” former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death for political gain. In a fiery statement, Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media, condemned ADC’s claims that the government used Buhari’s burial to “whitewash its image.” Key Allegations 🔥 ADC accused of "dancing on Buhari’s grave" for relevance🔥 Atiku & El-Rufai’s Daura visit called "choreographed" political stunt🔥 Presidency insists burial was "dignified," not a PR opportunity "From Atiku and El-Rufai’s staged arrival to ADC’s disgraceful press release, they’ve shown utter shamelessness," Dare stated. The Daura Drama 📍 Atiku & El-Rufai’s visit to Buhari’s family home📢 Chants & optics interpreted as political maneuvering🤔 Presidency’s take: "They pranced around like eager real estate agents." Why This Matters 1️⃣ Sensitivity test: How should politicians behave during national mourning?2️⃣ 2027 shadow war: Early signs of opposition tactics3️⃣ Buhari’s legacy: Should his death be politicized? […]

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Shehu Sani Fires Back: “El-Rufai Has No Moral Right to Criticize Tinubu”

Political Showdown: Sani Exposes El-Rufai's "Hypocrisy" Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has launched a scathing counterattack against ex-governor Nasir El-Rufai, dismissing his recent criticism of President Tinubu's economic policies as the "height of hypocrisy." The fiery rebuttal came via Sani's verified Facebook page, where he spotlighted El-Rufai's own controversial financial record during his 8-year Kaduna governorship. The Core Accusation: "Pot Calling Kettle Black" 🔴 Sani's Explosive Claim:*"The same El-Rufai who allegedly siphoned local government funds for 8 years now lectures others on financial propriety?"* 🔍 Key Revelations:• Multiple LG chairmen reportedly complained of irregular fund remittances under El-Rufai• Kaduna State Assembly allegedly blocked all investigations• No impeachment proceedings despite documented complaints 💥 Sani's Punchline:"Where was his moral compass when Kaduna LGs cried foul?" Context: Why Now? El-Rufai's recent moves as an ADC chieftain: Condemned Tinubu's fuel subsidy removal Alleged illegal deductions from federal allocations Positioned himself as opposition voice 📌 The Irony:Critics note El-Rufai's own controversial financial legacy in Kaduna […]

“Buhari Was a Failure” – Nasir El-Rufai Speaks Out

El-Rufai Labels Buhari’s Administration a “Failure” In a striking and rare public statement, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai described the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration (2015–2023) as a failure , during an exclusive interview on Arise TV . His remarks have caused a stir across political circles and social media. “Buhari was a failure,” El-Rufai said bluntly. He added that the government did not meet the expectations of Nigerians or fulfill campaign promises made to the electorate. These comments are especially significant coming from a former APC loyalist and close ally of Buhari during his presidency. “Lapses in Leadership” – El-Rufai Explains El-Rufai, who once served as Minister under Buhari before becoming governor, pointed to several governance failures: Poor policy execution Weak leadership decisions Lack of results in critical areas like security and economy “The Buhari administration failed to deliver on […]

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Atiku, Obasanjo, Shettima, Gowon, El-Rufai Meet at Adamu Muazu’s 70th Birthday

High-Profile Leaders Gather at Muazu’s 70th Birthday Bash Former Nigerian Vice President and presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar met with top Nigerian leaders at the 70th birthday event of Alhaji Adamu Muazu , former Bauchi State governor and PDP National Chairman , on Saturday. The meeting brought together: Atiku Abubakar – Ex-Vice President and PDP chieftain Olusegun Obasanjo – Ex-President of Nigeria Yakubu Gowon – Ex-Military Head of State Kashim Shettima – Current Vice President Nasir El-Rufai – Ex-Governor of Kaduna State Rabiu Kwankwaso – Ex-Governor and NNPP leader Other prominent Nigerians This high-level gathering signals a moment of political convergence among figures from different parties and generations. Atiku Recalls Working With Muazu in Government Atiku took to social media after the event to reflect on his time working with Muazu during the Obasanjo administration (1999–2007) . “I worked with Mu’azu […]

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FG Reacts as Atiku, El-Rufai-led Opposition Moves to Register New Party – ADA

Opposition Coalition Files Application to Register New Party – ADA A group of prominent opposition figures—including Atiku Abubakar , Nasir El-Rufai , Peter Obi , and several former governors—has formally submitted an application to INEC to register a new political party: the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) . This move marks a shift from earlier plans to align with existing parties like the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and African Democratic Congress (ADC) . Instead, the group has chosen to build its own platform under the banner of the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) . The application was submitted on Thursday after a meeting in Abuja , with INEC confirming receipt on Friday, June 21, 2025 . Leadership and Structure of the Proposed Party Leaders of the proposed party include: Chief Akin Anderson Rickets – Protem National Chairman Abdullahi Musa Elayo – […]

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