Nasir El-Rufai arrives Kaduna Federal High Court for alleged money laundering trial involving corruption, fraud, and abuse of office charges

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on Tuesday, 24 March 2026, appeared at the Federal High Court in Kaduna for his alleged money laundering trial, marking the commencement of legal proceedings in the high-profile El-Rufai money laundering trial Kaduna court case.

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El-Rufai’s appearance followed an earlier confirmation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) that he would be arraigned before the court on the scheduled date.

The El-Rufai money laundering trial Kaduna court proceedings involve multiple allegations, including conversion and possession of public property, abuse of office, fraud, intent to commit fraud, and conferring undue advantage.

Court filings reportedly indicate that the case was instituted under suit number FHC/KD/73/2026.

Ahead of the hearing, security was significantly tightened around the Federal High Court premises, with personnel from the Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Police Force, Mobile Police, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps deployed across key locations.

The court environment also experienced restricted vehicular movement, causing traffic congestion in surrounding areas from early morning hours.

The ICPC had earlier stated that the arraignment would proceed with formal reading of charges and the defendant’s plea, setting the stage for what is expected to be a closely watched legal battle involving the former governor.

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The case has continued to draw public attention due to El-Rufai’s prominence in Nigeria’s political landscape and the seriousness of the allegations involved.