The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) wishes to inform the public of further developments in the ongoing trial of former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court, Kaduna, following proceedings held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
The ICPC had filed a 10-count charge against Mallam El-Rufai and Mr Joel Adoga before Honourable Justice Rilwan Aikawa of the Federal High Court, Kaduna.
The charges relate to alleged conversion and possession of proceeds of corruption, as well as money laundering offences contrary to the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 and other relevant laws.
Both defendants have pleaded not guilty to the charges.
At the previous sitting, the court had admitted Mallam El-Rufai to bail in the sum of ₦200 million and two sureties in like sum, while the administrative bail granted to the second defendant, Mr Joel Adoga, was adopted by the court.
Wednesday’s proceedings came up for the hearing of El-Rufai’s motion seeking variation of the bail conditions earlier granted by the court.
At the proceedings, Dr Agada Akogwu appeared for the prosecution, while Oluwole Olaniyan SAN led a team of defence counsel that adopted the motion for variation of bail conditions, while prosecution counsel adopted a counter-affidavit in opposition to the application.
Following arguments from both sides, the court adjourned the matter to Thursday, May 7, 2026, for ruling.
In the course of proceedings, the defence counsel also made a compassionate plea urging the court to direct the Commission to allow the defendant access to medical treatment, specifically for dental and eye care, at designated facilities in Abuja.
Ruling on this application, the court granted the request and directed the ICPC to convey Mallam El-Rufai, under strict supervision, to medical facilities of his choice, including Mile Dental Clinic and Skipper Eye-Q Hospital, Abuja, whenever the need arises, and to return him to custody immediately after such treatment.
The court emphasised that all such movements shall remain under the strict supervision of ICPC.
The ICPC remains committed to complying fully with the orders of the court while ensuring lawful custody of the defendant pending the fulfilment of bail conditions.
The ICPC reiterates its dedication to due process and assures the public that the prosecution of the case is being conducted diligently and in accordance with the law.
Further updates will be communicated as proceedings continue.
