ICPC Schedules El-Rufai's Arraignment for Fraud Charges

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has fixed March 24, 2026, for the arraignment of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on charges of fraud and money laundering. The case, which will be heard in the Federal High Court in Kaduna, is associated with suit number FHC/KD/73/2026, where El-Rufai is charged alongside Joel Adoga.

The allegations include conversion and possession of public property and money laundering. Additionally, a separate case against El-Rufai, marked KDH/KAD/ICPC/01/26, involves charges of abuse of office and intent to commit fraud for undue advantage.

The ICPC confirmed these developments through spokesperson John Odei, emphasizing adherence to due process and the rule of law. The announcement follows public pressure from political groups and civil society organizations demanding either formal charges or El-Rufai's release from custody, where he has been held since mid-February 2026 after an initial arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).