The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on Tuesday, March 24, arraigned the former governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufai, before the federal high court in Kaduna for money laundering and corruption.
El-Rufai was arraigned alongside co-defendant Joel Adoga under suit number FHC/KD/73/2026.
The charges against the former governor include conversion and possession of public property, as well as money laundering, which were committed during his tenure in office.
Security presence was heightened at the court ahead of the arraignment, with armed officers stationed at the main entrances while supporters and spectators assembled outside.
Journalists were barred from entering the courtroom to observe the proceedings.
The ICPC has also filed a separate case against El-Rufai and one Amadu Sule before the Kaduna state high court.
The state-level charges involve charges of fraud, intent to commit fraud, conferring undue advantage, and abuse of office, among others.
The commission confirmed that both state and federal suits were filed on March 18 and duly served to the former governor, although a hearing date for the state-level charges is yet to be announced.
The ICPC reiterated its commitment to adhering fully to due process and the rule of law at all times.
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