Former Kaduna governor faces another twist as security agencies tighten grip
Fresh political drama erupted after reports emerged that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) picked up former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, shortly after a court reportedly granted him bail.
The dramatic development has triggered intense reactions across Nigeria’s political space, with supporters and critics of the former governor debating the legality and implications of the move. Reports indicate that El-Rufai was initially released following bail arrangements before being immediately taken into DSS custody over separate allegations.
Sources familiar with the matter claim the former governor is facing investigations linked to alleged financial misconduct and separate national security-related issues. Though official details remain sketchy, the incident has fueled speculation of deepening political tensions surrounding one of Nigeria’s most outspoken political figures.
Videos and online reports surrounding the incident quickly went viral, with many Nigerians questioning the sequence of arrests involving multiple anti-graft and security agencies. Political commentators have also warned that the development could further intensify debates around due process, selective prosecution, and power struggles ahead of the next political cycle.
As of the time of filing this report, neither the DSS nor El-Rufai’s legal team had issued a comprehensive statement clarifying the full circumstances surrounding the latest detention.