Kaduna Voices United (KVU) has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s comments on the detention and investigation of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, saying they reflect double standards on accountability and governance. KVU emphasized that while El-Rufai’s health and welfare are legitimate concerns, the serious legal allegations against him, including cybercrime and corruption charges, should not be overlooked.¹ ² ³
El-Rufai is facing charges from the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly intercepting phone calls belonging to the National Security Adviser, and investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over alleged corruption and financial misconduct during his tenure as governor.⁴
The coalition questioned Atiku’s silence during El-Rufai’s governorship when allegations of financial mismanagement and intimidation of critics were raised, suggesting a lack of consistency in defending democratic values and accountability.
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