El-Rufai claims possible arrest by federal government

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that the APC-led federal government may arrest him at any time.

Malam Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, stated that he could be arrested anytime by the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government. This allegation was made public on February 11, 2026. El-Rufai's comments highlight ongoing tensions between him and the current administration. No specific reasons for the potential arrest were detailed in the report. The statement comes amid broader political dynamics in Nigeria, though further context remains limited.

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Kaduna youths protest on the streets demanding the release or arraignment of former governor Nasir El-Rufai detained by ICPC.
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Kaduna youths protest El-Rufai's continued detention

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Youth groups in Kaduna took to the streets on Wednesday to protest the continued detention of former governor Nasir El-Rufai by the ICPC. The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) condemned the detention, urging the agency to either arraign him or release him. The ICPC denied claims that El-Rufai suffered nosebleeding.

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has criticized an attempt to arrest him at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. He stated that Nigeria must outgrow its disregard for the rule of law.

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Malam Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, is set to spend the night in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, confirmed this development. EFCC detectives have been questioning him into the night at their head office.

Hon. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has described his father Malam Nasir El-Rufai as an impeccable administrator.

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Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has formally joined the All Progressives Congress by registering and collecting his membership card. This move signals a significant political shift for the governor. The registration was announced on December 15, 2024.

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