Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El‑Rufai has been released from ICPC custody after the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El‑Rufai, in Cairo.
His son, Bashir El‑Rufai, confirmed his release on Friday, March 27, 2026.
El‑Rufai, who had been detained since February over allegations of financial misconduct, money laundering, and abuse of office—allegations he has consistently denied—was granted temporary release on compassionate grounds so he could join his family for funeral rites.
He was arraigned on March 24,2026 with his bail hearing adjourned to March 31.2026 The ICPC’s decision came just hours after news of his mother’s passing.... Her remains are expected to be flown back to Nigeria for burial.

Accept my condolences
ReplyDeleteTake it or leave, El Rufai weild a strong political relevance and grassroot base in the north. The government knows that very much. Denying him this opportunity won't serve a better interest to them.
ReplyDeleteI know how many Nigerians that were incarcerated when their parents died but weren't given this privilege.
2027 will be an interesting year indeed.
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My Condolences
ReplyDeleteHello iya Boys
May mama soul rest in peace
ReplyDeleteMay God rest her soul Amen
ReplyDeleteRest on Ma
ReplyDeleteMy condolences
Ojoro
ReplyDeleteIf na poor man dem go release am?
It is well
ReplyDeleteMay her soul rest in peace
Rest in peace Hajia ๐
ReplyDeleteWill they grant this kind of release to any other citizen? ๐
Ridiculous country
ReplyDeleteGrounds of compassion indeed!! how many others have they meted this supposed compassion on??