A prominent Northern advocacy group has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, following a damning report by the Kaduna State House of Assembly. Naija247news gathered that the report, released on Monday, accused El-Rufai of financial mismanagement and misappropriation of public funds during his tenure.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!According to Naija247news, the Kaduna State Assembly’s ad-hoc committee, set up to investigate the state’s finances from 2015 to 2023, uncovered alleged irregularities amounting to billions of naira. The committee’s findings, which have sparked widespread outrage, include claims of unauthorized contracts, inflated project costs, and diversion of state resources. Naija247news understands that the report has been forwarded to the EFCC for further action.
In a press conference held in Abuja, the Northern Conscience Group (NCG) urged the anti-graft agency to expedite its investigation and ensure accountability. “The allegations against El-Rufai are too grave to ignore. We demand a thorough and impartial probe to restore public trust in governance,” said NCG spokesperson, Aliyu Ibrahim, in a statement obtained by Naija247news.
El-Rufai, who served as Kaduna State governor from 2015 to 2023, has denied any wrongdoing, describing the allegations as politically motivated. Naija247news reports that his media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, dismissed the report as “a witch-hunt orchestrated by political opponents.” However, the Kaduna Assembly has stood by its findings, urging relevant authorities to take swift action.
Naija247news gathered that the development has divided public opinion, with some hailing the Assembly’s courage and others questioning the timing of the probe. Political analysts suggest that the case could have far-reaching implications for El-Rufai’s political future, especially as speculation grows about his potential role in the 2027 general elections.
Meanwhile, the EFCC has yet to issue an official statement on the matter. Naija247news understands that the commission is currently reviewing the Assembly’s report to determine the next course of action. A source within the EFCC, who spoke to Naija247news on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the agency is under pressure to act swiftly given the high-profile nature of the case.
As the call for accountability grows louder, Naija247news reports that this case could set a precedent for how allegations of corruption against former public officials are handled in Nigeria. For now, all eyes remain on the EFCC as citizens await justice and transparency.
