BREAKING: FG to Arraign El-Rufai Over Alleged NSA Phone Tapping Claims
The Federal Government is set to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over allegations relating to claims of phone tapping involving the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA).
Sources within the legal and security circles disclosed that the move follows comments allegedly made by El-Rufai accusing security authorities of unlawfully monitoring or tapping his communications.
Although details of the charges were not immediately made public, the case is expected to border on allegations considered injurious to national security and public order.
A senior government official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the former governor would be brought before a competent court to answer to the allegations.
“The matter is being handled in accordance with the law. No one is above the law, regardless of status,” the source said.
El-Rufai had reportedly raised concerns in a recent public engagement, alleging that his phone conversations were being monitored by security agencies linked to the NSA’s office.
However, the federal government is said to be contesting the claims, describing them as serious allegations requiring legal clarification.
As of the time of filing this report, El-Rufai has yet to issue an official reaction to the planned arraignment.
The development is likely to generate political reactions, given El-Rufai’s prominence in national politics and his role within the ruling party.
More details to follow…