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Nasir el-Rufai
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Atiku Questions Tinubu’s Role in Anti-Corruption Agency Operations Following Osun Account Unfreezing
Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Tinubu to apply the same intervention used in the Osun state account freeze to the case of Nasir El-Rufai, questioning the claimed independence of Nigeria's anti-corruption bodies.
August 6, 2026
Imran Wakili Claims President Tinubu Faces No Consequences for Constitutional Breaches
Political commentator Imran Wakili suggests President Tinubu acts with impunity, citing various constitutional concerns and predicting the President could influence the 2027 election results without resistance.
August 6, 2026
Physician admits writing medical report linked to El-Rufai’s bail bid
Dr. Bello Abubakar has confirmed he authored the medical report used in Nasir El-Rufai's bail application but denies claims of conspiracy or document forgery.
July 29, 2026
ADC cautions President Tinubu regarding potential harm to Nasir El-Rufai
The ADC has warned President Tinubu that he will be held personally accountable if former governor Nasir El-Rufai faces any danger while detained on corruption charges.
July 29, 2026
ADC Warns Tinubu Over El-Rufai’s Continued Detention
The ADC has labeled Nasir el-Rufai's detention as a political strategy to sideline him from the 2027 election, warning President Tinubu of the consequences should the former governor's health suffer.
July 28, 2026
ADC Holds Tinubu Government Accountable for Nasir El-Rufai’s Safety
The ADC has stated that the Tinubu administration will be held liable for the safety of Nasir El-Rufai, asserting that his continued detention is a political maneuver.
July 28, 2026
Salihu Lukman Quits ADC and Coalition Over Alleged Conflicts with El-Rufai
Salihu Mohammed Lukman has resigned from the ADC and its opposition coalition, citing persistent hostility from Nasir El-Rufai and concerns over the party's internal democratic practices.
July 16, 2026
Salihu Lukman Exits ADC Coalition Citing El-Rufai’s Influence
Salihu Lukman has withdrawn from the ADC and its opposition coalition, alleging that former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai and other leaders pushed him out through systematic marginalization.
July 16, 2026
Defense Counsel Retracts Motions in El-Rufai Kaduna Graft Trial
Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai has pulled back three legal motions in his corruption trial, as his new defense team pivots to a less confrontational strategy while the prosecution raises concerns about trial delays.
July 15, 2026
Barde Claims Tinubu and APC Leadership Fear El-Rufai
ADC chieftain Mohammed Barde alleges that President Tinubu and APC leadership are politically persecuting former governor Nasir El-Rufai due to fear of his influence.
July 11, 2026