Court Denies El-Rufai Bail In Money Laundering, Fraud Allegations

The Kaduna State High Court has denied bail to former governor Nasir El-Rufai, citing concerns that his status could enable him interfere with ongoing investigations.

Justice Darius Khobo ruled that the allegations of financial impropriety against him are weighty enough to justify continued detention.

Counsel to the former governor, Ubong Akpan, says the defence disagrees with the ruling but acknowledges the court’s reasoning.

He confirms that the legal team will immediately challenge the decision by filing the necessary papers.

The defence also alleges the case is politically motivated, describing the proceedings as an extension of that agenda.

This comes despite an earlier ruling by the Federal High Court in Kaduna granting El-Rufai bail on strict conditions, pending the fulfilment of those terms.