The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has alleged religious bias in the ongoing prosecution of former Kaduna State Governor Nasiru El-Rufai. According to Vanguard, the council warned against what it described as the weaponisation of public institutions and the legal system to pursue a sectarian agenda against the former governor. The NSCIA raised the alarm over what it called signs of religious bias in the case, framing the prosecution as targeting El-Rufai on sectarian grounds.

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has cautioned the federal government and judiciary over the prosecution of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, according to ThisDay Live. Reporting from Abuja, Olawale Ajimotokan said the NSCIA warned that individuals with vested religious interests should not be allowed to influence the case. The available excerpt does not detail the charges, court proceedings, or the government’s response.

The Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has called on religious leaders to prioritize truth and verify information before sharing it publicly. During a capacity-building workshop for Islamic clerics from Northern Nigeria in Abuja, Secretary-General Prof. Is-haq O. Oloyede emphasized the importance of responsible communication in sermons, particularly in the context of the upcoming 2027 elections.

The Coalition of Northern Elders has defended Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, amid criticism of his recent controversial remarks about former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement jointly signed by representatives from the North-East, North-West and North-Central, including Zana Goni, the elders said El-Rufai’s record in office should be open to public scrutiny, according to the Daily Post. The dispute centres on Musa’s comments and the response they provoked.

The Federal High Court in the state capital has once again prohibited journalists from entering the courtroom during the trial of former governor Nasir El’Rufai. El’Rufai arrived at the court under security escort as the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) continues its case against him regarding alleged financial misconduct.

Former FCT Minister Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has given Defence Minister General Christopher Musa (rtd.) seven days to provide evidence for an allegation that he planned killings in Southern Kaduna or retract the claim, according to Daily Trust. The dispute follows Musa’s accusation that the former governor took actions that deepened violence in the area. El-Rufai’s camp is demanding proof or a public withdrawal, escalating a public political confrontation.