The former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El-Rufai has filed a defamation suit against the Kaduna State Assembly before a Federal high court in Kaduna.
According to the suit, El-Rufai is demanding a public apology from the lawmakers for a report they published, which he claims defamed his personality and his cabinet.
Recall that the State Assembly had in a report alleged that the former Governor misappropriated over ₦423 billion during his tenure.
El-Rufai’s legal team argues that the report is both false and malicious, designed to tarnish his reputation and discredit his administration’s achievements.
They assert that the allegations have caused significant harm to his personal and professional standing.
The legal team further explained that, the former Governor, known for his developmental policies and efforts to improve infrastructure and education in Kaduna State, has consistently defended his administration’s transparency and commitment to public service.
They alleged that, the Assembly’s report was politically motivated and lacked any substantive evidence.
“The legal proceedings have drawn significant attention, with many awaiting the court’s decision on the matter. The outcome of this case could have substantial implications for El-Rufai’s political future and the current political landscape in Kaduna State.”
Confidence Okwuchi
