The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for fair treatment and due process in the prosecution of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, warning against what he described as selective justice that could undermine public confidence in the rule of law.
Obi made the remarks in a post on X on Wednesday after watching a viral video in which El-Rufai’s wife, Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to ensure her husband receives fair treatment while standing trial.
“I woke this morning in America and was deeply moved by an emotional viral video of Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, prompting deep reflection on our nation’s future,” Obi wrote.
“Regardless of the allegations against Mallam Nasir El-Rufai or any other citizen, justice must be transparent and fair, with reasonable bail conditions that should not be seen as punitive before trial. In a democracy governed by the rule of law, institutions exist to protect every citizen’s rights, regardless of their background.”
Obi stressed that in a constitutional democracy, institutions exist to safeguard the rights of every citizen and urged law enforcement agencies to adhere strictly to due process.
