The Federal Attorney-General (AGF) has requested the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss a N1 billion lawsuit filed by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The case, which centers on allegations of unlawful search and seizure during a police operation in Abuja, is now under judicial review. El-Rufai’s legal team had previously submitted a "no-case" argument, claiming insufficient evidence to support the charges.
The court has scheduled a ruling on October 26, following the submission. Meanwhile, the Department of State Security (DSS) has also intervened, asking the court to dismiss the case. The DSS claims the evidence against El-Rufai is not strong enough to warrant further legal action.
The case highlights ongoing legal tensions between state officials and federal authorities over allegations of misconduct. The court’s decision is expected to clarify the legal standing of the claims and determine the next steps in the matter.
The proceedings have drawn attention to the broader implications of legal challenges in Nigerian politics, particularly regarding the use of state resources and the rule of law.
