The ICPC alleges that funds approved for several government projects during El-Rufai’s tenure were either diverted, improperly managed, or released for projects that were never completed.
The trial of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, was on Monday stalled at the Federal High Court in Kaduna after two defendants charged alongside him failed to appear before the court.
The case, brought by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), centres on allegations of abuse of office, fraud, and the mismanagement of public funds during El-Rufai’s eight-year administration in Kaduna State.
Although the former governor was present in court for the proceedings, the absence of the two co-defendants prevented the matter from moving forward as scheduled.
Justice Rilwanu Aikawa, who presided over the case, subsequently adjourned further proceedings until June 24, 2026.
