El-Rufai to Remain Detained Until After Elections

Reuben Abati, a veteran journalist and former presidential aide, claimed during a Wednesday morning show on Arise Television that Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, will not be released from detention until after the elections. This assertion comes amid ongoing legal battles surrounding El-Rufai's case, which involves serious allegations including wiretapping and corruption.

Abati noted that the legal proceedings are complicated by political factors, which appear to play a significant role in the unfolding events. El-Rufai is struggling to meet strict bail conditions, which require him to provide a level 17 officer from the Federal Capital Territory as part of the terms.

Reports indicate that he has been unable to satisfy these requirements, and attempts to have the court review and soften the conditions have not yielded positive outcomes. The case has been adjourned until September, and Abati expressed skepticism about El-Rufai's release before the elections, emphasizing the political implications surrounding the matter.