El-Rufai detained by DSS after court hearing in Kaduna
Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai was taken into custody by the Department of State Services after a court session in Kaduna. He is facing trial over alleged corruption, with his bail application being considered by the court. The court has fixed April 14 for a ruling on his bail application, while a related case is scheduled for April 10 in Abuja. Security was tight around the court, and journalists were denied access to the proceedings.
What we know
- Nasir El-Rufai was detained by DSS operatives after a Federal High Court hearing in Kaduna.
- The court set April 14 for the ruling on his bail application.
- Lead defence counsel Oluwole Iyamu (SAN) confirmed the date and expressed hope for a favorable outcome.
- A related case is scheduled for April 10 at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
- Security was heightened, with armed operatives restricting movement and limiting media access.
