The Digest:
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has raised alarm over what he describes as a fresh plot to implicate him in criminal activities, alleging a coordinated effort to damage his reputation and keep him in prolonged detention. In a statement by his media adviser, El-Rufai rejected claims linking him to an alleged attack on a witness in an ongoing case at the Kaduna State High Court. He has instructed his legal team to initiate defamation proceedings against The Nation newspaper over its report.
Key Points:
- El-Rufai claims a sustained campaign of vilification against him since 2023.
- He was detained by the EFCC and ICPC in February after honouring an invitation.
- The former governor denies any connection to the alleged witness attack.
- His legal team has been instructed to sue The Nation for defamation.
- He warns against the misuse of legal processes as a tool of oppression.
El-Rufai's legal team will pursue defamation claims while he awaits a ruling on his bail application.
Sources: Daily Trust
