Investigate El-Rufai Now!” – Adeyanju Urges Security Agencies To Ignore Intimidation

Prominent Nigerian activist Deji Adeyanju has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.

In a statement released on Thursday, Adeyanju cited allegations of corruption and raised concerns about how insecurity was managed during El-Rufai’s tenure.

He challenged El-Rufai’s claims of political persecution, highlighting that his administration was often criticized for suppressing dissenting voices.

Adeyanju called on the anti-corruption and intelligence agencies to act fairly and independently, emphasizing that accountability should apply to all public officials, past and present.

He also requested that the DSS examine allegedly controversial security strategies linked to El-Rufai’s administration, including claims that financial inducements were provided to violent groups.

Adeyanju said:

“I call on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Department of State Services (DSS) to immediately investigate former Governor Nasir El-Rufai over allegations of corruption and his handling of insecurity while in office. No one should be above the law.
If there are questions of financial misconduct or abuse of office, he must provide a full account, and the relevant agencies must not yield to any form of intimidation.
It is ironic to hear claims of political persecution from a man whose administration was repeatedly accused of silencing critics.
Numerous individuals—including activists, religious leaders, and public commentators—who spoke against his government were reportedly arrested, harassed, or intimidated.
The unresolved disappearance of a prominent critic, abducted in front of his family, remains a painful reminder of that era and cannot be ignored.
Furthermore, the DSS should investigate claims that his government engaged in controversial security arrangements, including allegations that payments were made to violent actors.”