- Separately, El-Rufai honoured an EFCC invitation on February 16 and remained there until February 18,
- According to the statement, justice must not only be done but must be seen to be applied consistently, without political bias
- Responding to these developments, the ADC emphasized that while accountability is essential and no individual is above the law
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed concern over what it called uneven application of the law, stating that former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai deserve the constitutional presumption of innocence as their cases proceed.
In a statement released Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, Eko Hot Blog gathered that the party said it would continue to stand by both men and others currently facing prosecution.
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A Federal High Court in Abuja recently ordered that Malami be remanded at the Kuje Correctional Centre in connection with charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Separately, El-Rufai honoured an EFCC invitation on February 16 and remained there until February 18,after which he was transferred to the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) for further investigation over alleged financial infractions.
Responding to these developments, the ADC emphasized that while accountability is essential and no individual is above the law, legal processes must be fair and free from selective enforcement in a constitutional democracy.
The party said it had been closely following the cases involving Malami and El-Rufai, stressing that concerns have arisen regarding the manner and sequence of actions taken by authorities.
According to the statement, justice must not only be done but must be seen to be applied consistently, without political bias.
The ADC also encouraged Nigerians to compare the handling of the two cases with other prominent legal matters, arguing that differences in approach could raise questions about fairness and equal treatment under the law.
It clarified that its stance is grounded in constitutional principles rather than partisan allegiance, noting that both Malami and El-Rufai are entitled to their rights as Nigerian citizens.
The party concluded by reaffirming that the presumption of innocence is a constitutional safeguard, not a privilege, and must remain intact until any charges are proven in a competent court of law.
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