The Kaduna State House of Assembly has proposed that the former governor of the state, Nasir el-Rufai, face prosecution for alleged misconduct during his tenure, including accusations of abuse of office and money laundering. This decision follows an investigation conducted by the ad-hoc committee, chaired by Henry Zacharia, appointed by the House.
The committee’s report, submitted on Wednesday, highlights concerns over the utilization of loans acquired during el-Rufai’s administration, noting that many were not allocated for their intended purposes. Additionally, it raises issues regarding the lack of adherence to due process in securing these loans.
Consequently, the committee recommends that el-Rufai and other implicated members of his cabinet undergo scrutiny and potential prosecution by security and anti-corruption agencies. The alleged offenses include the unauthorized awarding of contracts, misappropriation of public funds, and involvement in money laundering activities.
Further details on this matter are expected to emerge in due course.
