The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is reportedly set to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over a series of alleged corruption charges.
According to reports making the rounds online, the former governor is expected to face multiple counts bordering on abuse of office, financial misconduct, and contract irregularities.
Below is a breakdown of the 10 alleged charges:
1. Excessive Severance Payment (Abuse of Office)
El-Rufai is alleged to have approved and received about ₦289.8 million as severance benefits, far above the legally approved amount.
2. Money Laundering
He is accused of receiving funds from sources considered unlawful or suspicious.
3. Receipt of Foreign Currency from Questionable Sources
The reports claim he received foreign currency linked to entities under investigation.
4. Diversion of World Bank Funds
He allegedly diverted over $1 million from a World Bank-supported project for purposes outside its intended use.
5. Irregular Award of ₦11 Billion Light Rail Contract
The former governor is accused of approving funds for a light rail project awarded to a company reportedly not properly registered, with no execution.
6. Procurement Breach – CCTV Contract (₦4.61 Billion)
He allegedly violated procurement laws in awarding a CCTV contract.
7. Undue Advantage in $22.475 Million Contract
The ICPC reportedly claims he used his office to grant improper benefits in another contract.
8. Land Fraud and False Representation
He is accused of conspiring to submit false information to acquire land along the Kaduna-Zaria Expressway.
9. Unlawful Revocation and Reallocation of Land
The reports allege he revoked a valid land title and reassigned it to associates.
.10. Attempt to Obstruct Justice
He is also accused of attempting to influence investigators through inducements within and outside Nigeria.
What Happens Next?
El-Rufai is expected to appear before the Federal High Court in Kaduna, where the charges will be formally addressed.
However, it is important to note that these claims remain allegations, and no official detailed confirmation has yet been released by the ICPC or the court at the time of this report.
The case has already sparked reactions across the country, with many Nigerians closely watching how the legal process unfolds.
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