Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has claimed that he could face arrest by federal authorities, describing recent detentions of his close associates as politically motivated, Peak Newspaper reports.
In statements released through his social media channels, El-Rufai suggested that the ongoing actions against his allies signal that the Federal Government may be preparing to target him next. He did not specify the exact charges he expects, but framed the situation as part of a broader effort to intimidate critics.
El-Rufai’s comments came after reports that some individuals linked to him were taken into custody in Abuja. He described those detentions as arbitrary and lacking transparent legal basis.
His remarks have reignited debate over the intersection of law enforcement and politics in Nigeria’s current climate, where politicians and public figures frequently accuse government agencies of selective prosecution.
Officials from the federal Ministry of Justice and law enforcement agencies have not publicly confirmed any imminent move to arrest El-Rufai. There is also no court record available that shows an active warrant against him.
Supporters of El-Rufai have defended him on social platforms, arguing that the allegations reflect a pattern of targeting figures from opposition or critical political quarters.
Analysts say such claims highlight ongoing distrust between political elites and federal institutions. They also call for transparent legal processes so that disputes over detention and prosecution are resolved within Nigeria’s constitutional framework.
Further developments are expected, as both El-Rufai and federal authorities monitor the situation.
