Outrage Erupts As Okonkwo Links El-Rufai’s Custody To Family Tragedy

Okonkwo made the allegation while commenting on the circumstances surrounding El-Rufai’s arrest and subsequent release.

El-Rufai had earlier been detained by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission over alleged corruption during his time in office. He was later arraigned before a Kaduna State High Court and granted bail.

While in custody, he lost his mother and was later granted administrative bail to attend her burial.

Speaking in an interview with Symponi TV, Okonkwo accused the ruling party of attempting to influence the judiciary.

He cited El-Rufai’s situation as an example, arguing that the emotional stress from the detention may have contributed to his mother’s passing.

Okonkwo explained that elderly individuals are often highly sensitive to distressing news, adding that such situations can have serious consequences.

He also shared a personal experience to illustrate his point, saying that emotional distress had once deeply affected his own mother after receiving upsetting news about her children.

According to him, the emotional impact of such situations can be severe, particularly for elderly individuals.

Okonkwo further questioned the timing of El-Rufai’s release, suggesting inconsistencies in how the case was handled and alleging undue influence over judicial processes.