A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that the continued detention of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is politically motivated.
Okonkwo, a legal practitioner and prominent political figure, made the allegation over the weekend during an appearance on Morning Brief on Channels Television.
During the interview, he linked El-Rufai’s ordeal to his association with the opposition, suggesting that the former governor was being targeted because of his political alignment.
According to Okonkwo, the situation raises serious concerns about the state of democracy and the rule of law in Nigeria.
He also condemned El-Rufai’s continued detention, describing it as a violation of the former governor’s constitutional rights.
“The continued detention of Nasir El-Rufai raises fundamental questions about political tolerance and respect for the rule of law,” Okonkwo said during the interview.
The ADC chieftain argued that no Nigerian should be deprived of their freedom without due process, stressing that the country’s democratic system must protect the rights of all citizens, regardless of their political affiliations.
Okonkwo further called on authorities to ensure that El-Rufai’s rights are respected and that the legal process is conducted transparently and in accordance with the law.
As of the time of filing this report, officials have yet to issue a detailed response to the allegations of political persecution raised by Okonkwo.
The development has continued to generate reactions among political observers and stakeholders, with many closely watching how the matter unfolds in the coming days
