Nasir El-Rufai to Appear at EFCC Office in Abuja Amidst Political Tensions

Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna, is scheduled to appear at the EFCC office in Abuja on Monday, February 16, 2026. The invitation was delivered to him while he was abroad, leading to rumors of a potential arrest upon his return to Nigeria.

El-Rufai's successor, Governor Uba Sani, initiated a probe into his tenure, which El-Rufai has challenged. The EFCC and ICPC are independently investigating corruption allegations against El-Rufai.

El-Rufai has denied any wrongdoing and accusations of persecution. His upcoming appearance at the EFCC comes amidst political tensions within the ruling APC, with El-Rufai being critical of President Bola Tinubu.

There are speculations about El-Rufai's focus on mobilizing against Tinubu's potential second term agenda. The situation reflects broader political dynamics and power struggles within the Nigerian political landscape.