- He also alleged that politicians are being pressured to either join or remain in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)
- Malami, who is also reported to have defected to the ADC, has denied the allegations
- As of the time of this report, neither the Federal Government nor the APC had issued an official response to El-Rufai’s claims
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has claimed that he may soon face arrest by the Federal Government, citing what he described as increasing pressure on opposition figures.
Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa on Wednesday, El-Rufai said recent events suggest he could be the next in line for detention, Eko Hot Blog gathered.
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He noted that several individuals who worked closely with him during his time in office have already been taken into custody.
“Four of our associates in Kaduna have been arrested. It may only be a matter of time before they come after me,” he said.
Although he confirmed that he has not been arrested, the former governor argued that the detention of his allies points to possible action against him.
He also alleged that politicians are being pressured to either join or remain in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), claiming that many are making political decisions out of fear rather than personal conviction.
El-Rufai recently left the APC for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and has become more vocal in his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the leadership of his former party.
His remarks come against the backdrop of the arrest and trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has accused Malami of offences including abuse of office and money laundering. He was later re-arrested over additional allegations related to terrorism financing.
Malami, who is also reported to have defected to the ADC, has denied the allegations, describing the case as politically motivated and linked to his change of party.
As of the time of this report, neither the Federal Government nor the APC had issued an official response to El-Rufai’s claims.
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