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Kaduna and Kebbi Governors Offer Cash Gifts to Hajj Pilgrims
WorldPremium Timespunch-ng7d ago2 sources

Kaduna and Kebbi Governors Offer Cash Gifts to Hajj Pilgrims

Governors Uba Sani of Kaduna State and Nasir Idris of Kebbi State provided cash gifts to pilgrims from their respective states during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Kaduna pilgrims received 300 Riyals each, while Kebbi pilgrims also received cash gifts from their governor.

Politicspunch-ng12d ago

El-Rufai's Wife Sues ICPC for N2bn Defamation

Aichatou El-Rufai, wife of the former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a N2bn defamation lawsuit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), which denies the allegations.

El-Rufai Detained by DSS Despite Bail, Family and Loyalists Protest
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng17d ago2 sources

El-Rufai Detained by DSS Despite Bail, Family and Loyalists Protest

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been detained by the Department of State Services (DSS) despite a court granting him bail. His family and loyalists are protesting his detention, while the ICPC has dismissed health concerns raised by his family.

Court Grants Former Kaduna Governor El-Rufai N100 Million Bail
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng18d ago3 sources

Court Grants Former Kaduna Governor El-Rufai N100 Million Bail

A Nigerian court has granted former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai N100 million bail in charges related to alleged national security breach. The court also ordered the seizure of his passport as part of the bail conditions.

Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Court Grants El-Rufai Access to Dental, Eye Treatment

A court has granted former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai permission to receive dental and eye treatment while in custody. The treatment will take place in Abuja under the supervision of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

Court Grants El-Rufai N200 Million Bail
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ng1mo ago2 sources

Court Grants El-Rufai N200 Million Bail

A court has granted former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai bail set at N200 million. This decision allows El-Rufai to be released from custody pending further legal proceedings.

El-Rufai Rearrested by DSS After Court Appearance
Worldvanguard-ng2mo ago

El-Rufai Rearrested by DSS After Court Appearance

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai was immediately re-arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) within the court premises, shortly after a court fixed April 14 for his bail ruling.

APC Leaders Mourn With El-Rufai Following Mother's Death
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

APC Leaders Mourn With El-Rufai Following Mother's Death

The APC national chairman and the North-West Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have expressed condolences to former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai following the death of his mother, Hajiya Ummah El-Rufai.

El-Rufai detention shows drift toward dictatorship, ADC tells Tinubu
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

El-Rufai detention shows drift toward dictatorship, ADC tells Tinubu

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of pushing Nigeria toward authoritarian rule, saying the continued detention of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, points to a “drift toward dictatorship”. The post El-Rufai detention shows drift toward dictatorship, ADC tells Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kaduna State to Build and Renovate Schools
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Kaduna State to Build and Renovate Schools

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani announced plans to construct 102 new schools and renovate 170 others across the state's 23 local government areas as part of the Reaching Out-of-School Children (ROOSC) project.

‘Don’t forget my bank tokens’ — Hadiza el-Rufai taunts ICPC over wiretapping equipment claim
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

‘Don’t forget my bank tokens’ — Hadiza el-Rufai taunts ICPC over wiretapping equipment claim

Hadiza el-Rufai, wife of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai, has mocked claims by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) that wiretapping equipment was recovered from their Abuja residence. The post ‘Don’t forget my bank tokens’ — Hadiza el-Rufai taunts ICPC over wiretapping equipment claim appeared first on Vanguard News.

Group warns against politicising Southern Kaduna amid El-Rufai controversies
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Group warns against politicising Southern Kaduna amid El-Rufai controversies

The Southern Kaduna Professionals Forum (SKPF) has cautioned political actors against drawing the region into ongoing debates surrounding former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, insisting that the experiences of the people should not be reduced to political point-scoring. The post Group warns against politicising Southern Kaduna amid El-Rufai controversies appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pilgrimage: El-Rufai’s 2015 ban affected only Christian pilgrims — Sheikh Maraya
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Pilgrimage: El-Rufai’s 2015 ban affected only Christian pilgrims — Sheikh Maraya

A member of the Kaduna State Special Hajj Committee, Sheikh Haliru Maraya, has alleged that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, selectively applied his 2015 ban on government-sponsored pilgrimages, effectively halting sponsorship for Christian pilgrims while continuing support for Muslim pilgrims under alternative classifications. The post Pilgrimage: El-Rufai’s 2015 ban affected only Christian pilgrims — Sheikh Maraya appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kaduna State Ranks Among Nigeria's Top Three Performing States
Worldvanguard-ng4d ago

Kaduna State Ranks Among Nigeria's Top Three Performing States

Kaduna State has been recognized as one of Nigeria's leading performing states, securing the third position nationwide in the 2025 Phillips Consulting State Performance Index (pSPI). The state also earned an Excellent Four-Star Rating for its performance.

ICPC Denies ADC Leaders Access to El-Rufai in Custody
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng13d ago3 sources

ICPC Denies ADC Leaders Access to El-Rufai in Custody

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has denied leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) access to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who is currently in their custody. The ICPC cited reasons for the denial, while the ADC also cleared several prominent figures for their primaries.

Timi Frank Warns Against El-Rufai's 'Abduction' from Court
Worldvanguard-ng18d ago

Timi Frank Warns Against El-Rufai's 'Abduction' from Court

Activist Timi Frank has issued a warning against any attempt to 'abduct' former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai from court. Frank's statement implies concerns about potential interference or unlawful actions regarding El-Rufai's legal proceedings.

Politicspunch-ng22d ago

Kaduna State Intensifies Flood Preparedness

Kaduna State in Nigeria is intensifying its flood preparedness measures following a forecast from NiMet predicting above-normal rainfall for the 2026 rainy season. The state is focusing on safety measures.

Uba Sani Forms Consensus Committee for Kaduna APC Unity
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Uba Sani Forms Consensus Committee for Kaduna APC Unity

Uba Sani has established a consensus committee for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State. The committee's primary objective is to deepen party unity and foster cohesion within the political structure.

Uba Sani is a farmer-friendly Gov—Commissioner
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Uba Sani is a farmer-friendly Gov—Commissioner

Governor Uba Sani has been pursuing policies that place the farmer at the centre of development, making him the architect of Kaduna State’s agricultural transformation. The post Uba Sani is a farmer-friendly Gov—Commissioner appeared first on Vanguard News.

Properties in Egypt: Stop ‘Smear Campaign’, release El-Rufai now — Lawyer tells ICPC
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Properties in Egypt: Stop ‘Smear Campaign’, release El-Rufai now — Lawyer tells ICPC

Counsel to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to end what he described as a smear campaign against his client and either release him immediately or charge him before a competent court. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, the […] The post Properties in Egypt: Stop ‘Smear Campaign’, release El-Rufai now — Lawyer tells ICPC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Uba Sani to Journalists: Beware of latter-day activists
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Uba Sani to Journalists: Beware of latter-day activists

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has said that Nigeria is under the threat of politicians who are bent on scuttling democracy if Government’s decisions and policy outcomes are not in their favour. The post Uba Sani to Journalists: Beware of latter-day activists appeared first on Vanguard News.

Full statements El-Rufai wrote in ICPC custody
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Full statements El-Rufai wrote in ICPC custody

The ICPC is detaining Mr El-Rufai over various corruption allegations stemming from his time as the Kaduna State governor between 2015 and 2023. The post Full statements El-Rufai wrote in ICPC custody appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

While Arewa is bleeding, its leaders are fighting, By Kadaria Ahmed
PoliticsPremium Times3mo ago

While Arewa is bleeding, its leaders are fighting, By Kadaria Ahmed

Let us start with what we know. Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, former FCT Minister under President Olusegun Obasanjo, and one-time Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises, is under arrest. He is facing allegations of corruption and accusations under the Cybercrimes Act, including claims that he facilitated the tapping of the […] The post While Arewa is bleeding, its leaders are fighting, By Kadaria Ahmed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

El-Rufai: What a good turn didn’t deserve, by Azu Ishiekwene
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

El-Rufai: What a good turn didn’t deserve, by Azu Ishiekwene

My mother used to warn me that the words of my mouth could claim my head if I weren’t careful. She should have saved that warning for another man: Nasir el-Rufai, former minister and governor of Kaduna State. I’ve often joked that even if you beheaded El-Rufai and minced his skull, his tongue would still be […] The post El-Rufai: What a good turn didn’t deserve, by Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Vanguard News.

Politicspunch-ng13d ago

ADC Accuses ICPC of Blocking Access to El-Rufai

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of preventing party leaders and former Governor Rauf Aregbesola from visiting former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.

Divorced Woman Expresses Distress in Kaduna Court
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Divorced Woman Expresses Distress in Kaduna Court

Zainab Isah, a 44-year-old divorced woman, broke down in tears before a Shari'a Court in Magajin Gari, Kaduna State, stating she has nowhere to go following her divorce from Alhaji Abdulhamid.

Former Kaduna Governor El-Rufai Alleges Plot to Tarnish Reputation
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago3 sources

Former Kaduna Governor El-Rufai Alleges Plot to Tarnish Reputation

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has raised an alarm, alleging a plot to tarnish his reputation and stall his political activities. Meanwhile, current Kaduna Governor Uba Sani stated that the state is in a better condition than when he took office in 2023.

Ex-Governor El-Rufai Faces New Corruption Charges, Granted Bail
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Ex-Governor El-Rufai Faces New Corruption Charges, Granted Bail

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been slammed with fresh nine-count corruption charges by the ICPC. He appeared before the Federal High Court for a bail ruling and was granted N200 million bail, though he remains in custody pending the fulfillment of conditions.

Kaduna builds 36km road to link 66 farming communities
Worldpunch-ng2mo ago

Kaduna builds 36km road to link 66 farming communities

Kaduna State has commenced a 36km road construction project in Birnin Gwari to connect 66 farming communities, boosting the local economy and market access Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-builds-36km-road-to-link-66-farming-communities/

El-Rufai: Release him or file charges — Datti-Ahmed warns FG
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

El-Rufai: Release him or file charges — Datti-Ahmed warns FG

The Coalition Political Action Committee (COPAC), led by Aminu Datti-Ahmed, on Sunday warned the Federal Government to either release former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai immediately or file formal charges against him, saying keeping him in custody beyond the expired remand order would violate the Constitution. The post El-Rufai: Release him or file charges — Datti-Ahmed warns FG appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tinubu credited for Kaduna achievements — Uba Sani
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Tinubu credited for Kaduna achievements — Uba Sani

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has attributed the successes of his administration over the past two and a half years to the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The post Tinubu credited for Kaduna achievements — Uba Sani appeared first on Vanguard News.

Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Plateau
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Plateau

Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace have rescued two kidnapped victims in Plateau State and arrested a suspected gunrunner in Kaduna State in separate successful operations. The post Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News.

El-Rufai’s wife denies ICPC wiretap claims
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

El-Rufai’s wife denies ICPC wiretap claims

Hadiza Isma, wife of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has dismissed allegations by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) that wiretapping devices were discovered during a search of their residence. The post El-Rufai’s wife denies ICPC wiretap claims appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kaduna police neutralise bandits, arrest gunrunners, recover weapons and drugs
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Kaduna police neutralise bandits, arrest gunrunners, recover weapons and drugs

The Kaduna State Police Command has recorded significant successes in its ongoing operations against banditry, gunrunning, kidnapping, and other violent crimes, arresting several suspects and recovering illegal firearms and hard drugs over the past two weeks. The post Kaduna police neutralise bandits, arrest gunrunners, recover weapons and drugs appeared first on Vanguard News.