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Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has spent a second night in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission as investigators continue questioning over an alleged ₦432 billion financial probe.
Sources within the anti-graft agency confirmed on Tuesday that El-Rufai remains with the commission while inquiries progress. Officials, however, declined to provide detailed information about the nature of the allegations or the scope of the investigation, stating only that “due process is being followed.” No formal charges have been filed as of press time.
Associates of the former governor described his engagement with investigators as cooperative and compliant. A close ally, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said El-Rufai was “honouring the EFCC’s processes in full and lawful cooperation.”
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“He has made himself available and is confident that the facts will speak for themselves,” the associate said.
The development has triggered a wave of political reactions across party lines. Supporters of the former governor urged the public to avoid premature conclusions, emphasising the importance of fairness and adherence to legal standards.
“Every citizen deserves due process,” one supporter said. “Investigations should not be equated with guilt.”
Critics, meanwhile, called for transparency from the EFCC, insisting that the agency must clearly communicate the basis of the probe to prevent speculation and misinformation.
“When a case of this magnitude is involved, the public deserves clarity,” a political commentator noted. “Transparency strengthens confidence in anti-corruption efforts.”
Legal experts weighed in, stressing that custody for questioning does not imply culpability. They reiterated that El-Rufai, like any individual under investigation, is entitled to the presumption of innocence until proven otherwise by a competent court of law.
“It is important to distinguish between investigation and conviction,” a Lagos-based legal practitioner explained. “The EFCC has the authority to question individuals, but guilt can only be established through judicial proceedings.”
Observers say the case is likely to attract sustained national attention given El-Rufai’s high-profile political career and influence. The former governor, known for his outspoken positions and reform-driven tenure in Kaduna State, remains a prominent voice in Nigeria’s political landscape.
As investigations continue, the EFCC has maintained that its actions are guided strictly by law. The commission emphasised its commitment to professionalism and impartiality, noting that updates would be provided when appropriate.
For now, stakeholders across political, legal, and civil society spheres are watching closely, awaiting official disclosures that may clarify the direction and implications of the probe.
