The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission says former Kaduna State governor Nasiru El-Rufai is in its custody as investigations continue into allegations against him.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the commission’s spokesperson, J. Okor Odey, said El-Rufai remained with investigators as of the close of work on 18 February 2026. The agency did not detail the allegations but confirmed he was being held in connection with an ongoing probe.
The development follows reports that El-Rufai had honoured an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday over alleged fraud. It was not immediately clear how the EFCC invitation relates to the ICPC investigation or whether the cases are linked.
Officials have yet to disclose the specific counts under review or whether formal charges will follow. The ICPC statement gave no timeline for the conclusion of its inquiry.
El-Rufai, who governed Kaduna State from 2015 to 2023, has not issued a public response since news of his detention emerged.
Anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria often coordinate on high-level investigations, especially where allegations involve public funds or abuse of office.
