TRUETELLS Nigeria reports that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, may soon be transferred to Kaduna to face a new corruption trial following emerging allegations.
Sources within the security circle disclosed on Tuesday that arrangements are underway to move the former governor from Abuja, where he is currently being held by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), to Kaduna for further legal proceedings.
A senior official familiar with the matter confirmed that the transfer is part of preparations for a fresh case, although details regarding the charges and trial date remain unclear.
The latest development stems from a probe conducted by the Kaduna State House of Assembly into El-Rufai’s administration between 2015 and 2023. The lawmakers reportedly uncovered significant financial irregularities, leading to allegations of mismanagement and misappropriation of public funds.
Speaker of the Assembly, Yusuf Dahiru Liman, stated that the investigation had been concluded and its findings forwarded to appropriate authorities in line with constitutional provisions.
The probe has also sparked protests from civil society groups, who gathered at the Assembly complex demanding accountability and transparency over the alleged infractions.
Meanwhile, Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has repeatedly claimed that about ₦423 billion from the previous administration remains unaccounted for, while also accusing his predecessor of leaving behind a heavy debt burden.
However, some former officials who served under El-Rufai have rejected the allegations, describing them as politically motivated.
In a related twist, El-Rufai has accused ICPC officials, including its chairman, Musa Adamu Aliyu, of attempting to pressure him into quitting politics as a condition for his release.
According to court filings, the former governor alleged that investigators informed him during detention that stepping away from political activities would secure his freedom, while continued involvement could prolong his stay in custody.
The claims form part of his legal challenge, where he accuses the officials of wrongful confinement with intent to compel, an offence under relevant provisions of the Penal Code.
