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ICPC to arraign El-Rufai over alleged fraud, money laundering charges

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ICPC to arraign El-Rufai over alleged fraud, money laundering charges

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has announced plans to arraign former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday

According to a statement issued on Monday by ICPC spokesperson, John Odey, the charges filed on March 18 include alleged conversion and possession of public property, as well as money laundering. El-Rufai is expected to be arraigned alongside Joel Adoga.

ICPC to arraign El-Rufai over alleged fraud, money laundering charges
ICPC to arraign El-Rufai over alleged fraud, money laundering charges

The commission also disclosed that a separate case has been filed against El-Rufai at the Kaduna State High Court, involving additional allegations such as abuse of office, fraud, and intent to commit fraud for personal advantage. Another defendant, Amadu Sule (LEDA), is named in the state-level charges.

“Similarly, another charge, number KDH/KAD/ICPC/01/26, against Malam Nasir El-Rufai and one Amadu Sule (LEDA), has also been filed before a Kaduna State High Court in the Kaduna Judicial Division,” the statement reads.

“The charges in the State High Court case range from abuse of office, fraud, and intent to commit fraud to conferring undue advantage, among others.

“Both charges were filed by the ICPC on the 18th of March, 2026. The date of arraignment in the State High Court will be communicated at the appropriate time as determined by the Court.

“The ICPC wishes to inform the public that Mallam Nasir El-Rufai has been duly served. The ICPC restates its commitment to adhering fully to due process and the rule of law at all times.”

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