El Rufai Risks Missing Primaries
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A Kaduna State High Court has ordered that Nasir El-Rufai remain in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission pending a decision on his bail request.
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The ruling was delivered on Tuesday after arguments from both sides. The judge fixed the first week of June for a final decision.
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The development may prevent El-Rufai from taking part in activities leading to the African Democratic Congress primaries.
According to the Independent National Electoral Commission timetable, party primaries will run from April 23 to May 30, 2026.
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The ADC is yet to fix its presidential primary date due to an ongoing leadership dispute.
El-Rufai is facing charges related to alleged fraud, abuse of office and corruption. Prosecutors opposed his bail request, arguing it could affect investigations and witnesses.
The court agreed to delay its ruling and ordered that he remain in custody for now.
His legal team criticised the decision and said they would challenge it through proper channels.
They also urged supporters to remain calm as the case continues. The outcome of the bail ruling is expected to shape both the trial and his political future.
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