Court Grants Tough Bail For El Rufai
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At the Federal High Court in Kaduna, former governor Nasir El-Rufai was granted bail over corruption charges filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission.
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The ruling was delivered by Rilwanu Aikawa on Tuesday. Bail was set at N200 million with strict terms. The case remains ongoing.
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The court ordered that he remain in custody until all conditions are met. Two sureties are required, including a senior civil servant and a recognised traditional ruler.
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Both must submit their passports to the court. He is also barred from speaking publicly about the case.
The ruling followed arguments from both sides after an earlier adjournment. His legal team confirmed the bail but declined further comment.
The decision comes as part of wider legal proceedings involving the former governor. Supporters say the conditions must be met before release.
In a related case at the Kaduna State High Court, proceedings were delayed after the judge adjourned ruling. The charges had earlier been amended, leaving El-Rufai as the sole defendant.
He now faces cases in both state and federal courts. The development adds to his ongoing legal challenges.
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