Arraign El-Rufai or free him, ADC tells ICPC

The African Democratic Congress demands the immediate release or arraignment of Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, citing his prolonged detention as unconstitutional. Read More:…

19 Mar, 12:00 — 20 Mar, 04:03

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Why this matters

This story highlights the ongoing legal scrutiny and political pressure surrounding former high-ranking officials in Nigeria, particularly concerning allegations of abuse of power during their tenure. It also underscores the efforts of current administrations to address past grievances and provide restitution to affected citizens.

Key entitiesNasir El-Rufai African Democratic Congress (ADC)ICPC Uba Sani Kaduna State Government

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What sources agree on

Nasir El-Rufai is the former governor of Kaduna State
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for action regarding El-Rufai's status with the ICPC
The current Kaduna State Government is compensating victims of demolitions that occurred during El-Rufai's administration

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) demands the immediate release or arraignment of Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai.

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The ADC cites El-Rufai's prolonged detention as unconstitutional.

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Kaduna State Government has offered new plots of land to residents of Malali Low-Cost in Kaduna.

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The homes of Malali Low-Cost residents were demolished by the Nasir El-Rufai administration.

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The specific reasons or charges for El-Rufai's alleged detention by the ICPC

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Details of the January 21 stakeholders meeting that led to the compensation resolution

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Premium Timescentercenter-leftanalyticalMostly FactualFocuses on government accountability and citizen welfare

vanguard-ngcentercenterneutralMixedReports government actions factually, no overt political stance

punch-ngcentercenterneutralMostly FactualReports political party's demand without taking a side

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The coverage is largely factual, reporting on political demands and government actions without significant ideological framing, indicating a center-leaning approach.

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Premium TimesMostly Factual121d ago

ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, By Azu Ishiekwene

The optics across Nigeria point broadly at a singular outcome in next year’s general elections – a victory lap for the ruling APC. Not because of a sterling record of performance, but because the opposition, especially the ADC, has paved the way by making itself not an alternative platform for change, but a place where […] The post ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, By Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Azu Ishiekwene

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punch-ngMostly Factual121d ago

APC candidate challenges PDP’s victory in FCT chairmanship poll

The All Progressives Congress and its candidate, Yahaya Usman, have filed a petition challenging the outcome of the February 21, 2026, chairmanship election in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja. In the petition marked FCT/ACEPT/EP/02/2026 and obtained by our correspondent on Thursday, the petitioners are contesting the declaration of Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party as Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-candidate-challenges-pdps-victory-in-fct-chairmanship-poll/

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vanguard-ngMixed120d ago

ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, by Azu Ishiekwene

This is the last thing the African Democratic Congress, ADC, wants to hear, but it has to be said, even if the party digs its thumbs in its ear. It began with the party’s delayed registration. When things were not moving as quickly as the early defectors, mostly from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, had expected, […] The post ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, by Azu Ishiekwene appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Emmanuel Okogba

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ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, By Azu Ishiekwene

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APC candidate challenges PDP’s victory in FCT chairmanship poll

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Arraign El-Rufai or free him, ADC tells ICPC

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ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, By Azu Ishiekwene

APC candidate challenges PDP’s victory in FCT chairmanship poll

ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, by Azu Ishiekwene

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ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, By Azu Ishiekwene

APC candidate challenges PDP’s victory in FCT chairmanship poll

ADC’s problem is ADC, not APC, by Azu Ishiekwene

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