Adeyanju urges El-Rufai to cooperate with ongoing investigations
Civil rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has dismissed claims that former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai was targeted for arrest at the airport, describing the incident as exaggerated. In a recent interview, Adeyanju argued that El-Rufai is known for political theatrics and that the seizure of his passport followed standard procedures. He emphasized the importance of lawful investigations and urged El-Rufai to submit to scrutiny by relevant agencies. El-Rufai has stated he will present himself at the ICPC office on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
What we know
- Deji Adeyanju believes the alleged plan to arrest Nasir El-Rufai at the airport was exaggerated and not supported by evidence.
- Adeyanju stated that the seizure of El-Rufai’s passport by the DSS was likely a standard procedure based on existing regulations.
- He urged El-Rufai to submit to investigation, noting that some of El-Rufai’s aides are already in custody or facing trial.
- El-Rufai claimed that National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu was involved in a directive to arrest him, based on intercepted communications.
- El-Rufai announced he would attend the ICPC office on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, following an invitation from the commission.
