El-Rufai Political Fallout in Kaduna

Hayatuddeen Lawal Makarfi has urged the federal government to release former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, citing his significant contributions to Nigeria's reforms and economic transformation, particularly ahead of the 2027 general election.

Former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai's allies have left the African Democratic Congress and returned to the All Progressives Congress to support Governor Uba Sani's re-election bid while El-Rufai remains in ICPC custody facing corruption charges.

Several politicians formerly aligned with ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasiru El-Rufai have switched allegiance to current Governor Uba Sani, including Bashir Saidu and Abdu Kwari. This shift is significant as the 2027 general elections approach, indicating a realignment in Kaduna's