Court Postpones Nasir El-Rufai Arraignment to April 23 Amid DSS Wiretapping Charges!
Reported by Mustapha Labake Omowumi (Journalist)| Sele Media Africa.
A court has adjourned the planned arraignment of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai to April 23, following proceedings linked to a three-count charge reportedly filed by Nigeria’s domestic intelligence agency.
The case, brought by the Department of State Services (DSS), centres on allegations of unlawful wiretapping. Details of the charges remain limited in the public domain, but the development has drawn significant national attention given El-Rufai’s prominent political profile.
Court Grants Adjournment
According to reports monitored by Sele Media Africa, the court fixed the new date after the matter came up for mention, effectively postponing the formal arraignment process.
Legal observers note that adjournments at this stage are not unusual in high-profile cases, often allowing parties additional time to prepare filings, clarify charges, or resolve procedural issues.
Political and Legal Significance
El-Rufai, who served as governor of Kaduna State from 2015 to 2023, remains a key figure in Nigeria’s political landscape. The case has therefore generated widespread commentary among political analysts and civil society groups in Nigeria.
While supporters of the former governor have urged due process and cautioned against premature conclusions, others say the proceedings underscore the importance of institutional accountability regardless of political status.
Awaiting Next Hearing
As of press time, neither El-Rufai nor the DSS had issued detailed public statements on the adjournment. Attention is now focused on the April 23 court date, when the arraignment is expected to proceed unless further legal developments arise.
Sele Media Africa will continue to monitor the case and provide verified updates as proceedings unfold.
Sources: Reporting by Punch Newspapers, Vanguard Nigeria, and Channels Television.
Mustapha Labake Omowumi is a journalist from Ibadan, Oyo State, and a graduate of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in Economics and Mathematics. He demonstrates a strong commitment to professional journalism, with a keen interest in writing and storytelling, guided by principles of self-discipline, accuracy, and trustworthiness.
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