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Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Islie(op): 9:44pm On Jul 02
by Habeebah Basah


A Kaduna State High Court has dismissed a fresh bail application filed by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, after the National Hospital Abuja disowned a medical report submitted in support of his request.

Justice Darius Khobo rejected the application, which was based on claims that El-Rufai was suffering from advanced metastatic prostate cancer requiring specialised treatment allegedly unavailable in Nigeria.

During the proceedings, counsel for the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) presented documentary evidence from the hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Muhammad Raji Mahmud, challenging the authenticity of the medical report relied upon by the defence.

According to the ICPC, a search of the hospital’s electronic medical records and patient database found no evidence that El-Rufai had ever been registered, consulted, admitted or treated at the facility.

The commission further stated that the purported medical report was issued without the knowledge or authorisation of the hospital’s management.

In his ruling, Justice Khobo held that a document disowned by the institution purported to have issued it could not serve as the basis for granting bail.

The court, however, directed the ICPC to grant El-Rufai unrestricted access to his personal physicians and ensure that he is escorted to any specialised diagnostic or medical facility of his choice within Nigeria whenever necessary during the trial.

El-Rufai is standing trial on a nine-count charge bordering on the alleged conferment of benefits under false pretences and the dishonest disposal of loan funds when he was governor of Kaduna State. He has pleaded not guilty to all the charges.

The ruling marks the third time the former governor has failed to secure bail. He remains in ICPC custody and is also facing a separate prosecution before the Federal High Court in Kaduna
https://leadership.ng/court-rejects-el-rufais-fresh-bail-bid-over-disputed-medical-report/

Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by simpleseyi: 10:01pm On Jul 02
Forgery is another criminal offence
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by LordIsaac(m): 10:02pm On Jul 02
That man overestimated his worth. He dared Tinubu; behold the outcome!
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Parachoko: 10:03pm On Jul 02
Mallam made a big mistake he's paying for.

His mouth put him inside trouble
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by morikee: 10:09pm On Jul 02
Power is transient know this know peace
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Watianoengineer(m): 10:09pm On Jul 02
If peter obi no dey careful, he will join Elrufai
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Daniel0047: 10:11pm On Jul 02
(H)Ell-Rufai is just facing the other side of the coin ni. That being said, if poligyptians could face half of what they do to ordinary citizens they won't live half the time the ordinary man survived.

They are all cr!minals and should rot in hell including the one in Aso villa.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Omoboricash(m): 10:12pm On Jul 02
I thought some people are sayinhmg Nigeria would burn if Elrufai did not get bail or release from detention.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by EdiskyHarry:
Good one, the evil that men do live with them no longer after them. This is one of the men who joined hands with APC to bring in thousands of fo*olani terrorists into the country to cause chaos, unrest and mass killing of innocent people because of 2015 election
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Dialpad: 10:16pm On Jul 02
Could all these be a game Asiwaju is playing in collaboration with ELrufai


These guys have been friends for over 25 years ....


Jagaban cannot be trusted on this
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Tenses: 10:19pm On Jul 02
The north will not forget how tinubu has been unfair to northern leaders.

The witch hunt is very terrible and childish to say the least.


The north will respond in 2027.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by israelmao(m):
El-Rufai will only be released after 2027 election.I advse him to build his level of endurance.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by dgr8truth(m): 10:25pm On Jul 02
Many Nigerians are reacting to this case based on political loyalty rather than on principle. Some are pleased with El-Rufai's incarceration because they believe he is no longer aligned with their preferred political camp. Others are defending him because they see him as someone fighting against their perceived political opponents. This is a dangerous way to view issues in a constitutional democracy.

We should not judge cases through the lens of political affiliation or personal sentiments. Instead, every matter should be examined on its merits, with one fundamental question in mind: **Is the rule of law being respected?** That should be the concern of every Nigerian, regardless of who is involved.

Today it is El-Rufai. Tomorrow it could be someone else. One day, it could even be you or me. When we celebrate the erosion of due process simply because it affects someone we dislike, we create a precedent that can eventually be used against everyone.

The case of Dasuki remains a reminder of why this principle matters. Regardless of anyone's opinion about him, prolonged incarceration without due process, trial, or conviction raised serious concerns about respect for the rule of law. Whether it was Dasuki yesterday, El-Rufai today, or another public figure tomorrow, the standard must remain the same. Justice should never depend on the identity of the accused or the political interests of those in power.

The rule of law exists to ensure fairness, protect fundamental rights, prevent arbitrary use of state power, and guarantee that justice is administered according to established legal procedures. It is one of the strongest safeguards against oppression and abuse of power.

This does not mean that anyone accused of wrongdoing should be above the law. If there is credible evidence against any individual, they should be investigated and prosecuted. However, the process must be lawful, transparent, and fair. The rights guaranteed by the Constitution should not be sacrificed for political convenience or public applause.

As citizens, we should resist applauding actions that undermine legal principles simply because they target people we disagree with. If we normalize the selective application of justice, we gradually weaken the institutions that protect us all. History has repeatedly shown that governments that disregard due process in pursuit of political objectives often become increasingly authoritarian.

A nation is not judged by how it treats those who are popular or politically aligned with those in power, but by how faithfully it upholds justice, even for those who are unpopular. The rule of law is not meant to protect only our friends; it exists to protect everyone. When we defend it consistently, we defend our own freedoms as well.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Oceanjagaban: 10:25pm On Jul 02
e good for am...he is a wicked man
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by tommykiwi(m): 10:26pm On Jul 02
J
Watianoengineer:
If peter obi no dey careful, he will join Elrufai
And your reason is on what ground?
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by osuofia2(m): 10:28pm On Jul 02
Whoever thought a moment like this will before the butcher of KD, God is great.
Once upon a time in China,
After his terms in Kaduna, the killings in SKD stopped and reduce minimum, what changed
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by ppogba: 10:28pm On Jul 02
Omoboricash:
I thought some people are sayinhmg Nigeria would burn if Elrufai did not get bail or release from detention.
Are you talking about the same people who said Britain will bring warships to rescue their citizen?

The usual clowns I suspect.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by ppogba: 10:30pm On Jul 02
Tenses:
The north will not forget how tinubu has been unfair to northern leaders.

The witch hunt is very terrible and childish to say the least.


The north will respond in 2027.
Una don start again?

Benue state is in the bag.
North will never vote for Tinubu

The new catch phrase now na, the north will respond.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by LOVEGINO(m): 10:30pm On Jul 02
This man news just dey gimme joy grin
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by frog12: 10:38pm On Jul 02
no be him confess him crime?


Tenses:
The north will not forget how tinubu has been unfair to northern leaders.

The witch hunt is very terrible and childish to say the least.


The north will respond in 2027.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Benbellamor: 10:41pm On Jul 02
Then Mallam should be tried on forgery
That's how it's done in Europe
You don't forge document and present it in Europe and go Scot free

It should be added to his count charges "forgery"

Let's cure his lame madness with original madness

I am sure that Jonathan emboldened him for his fall yakaya
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by victorazyvictor(m): 10:44pm On Jul 02
You'll die there in prison.
This is the power GEJ could not use angry angry angry
That guy is as useless and my dirty boxer
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by ecolime(m): 10:53pm On Jul 02
El-Rufai has added forgery to his list of crimes.

The only thing that can save this man is an Atiku winning the election which is almost impossible.

I don't feel any pity for him. Man abused his power while in government too.
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by erniok(m): 11:00pm On Jul 02
AMINDA come and see your principal ohhhh. E wan run court street with forged documents.

His own cancer no dey respond to Nigerian chemo and radiotherapy. Na only oyibo own dey work
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Akwara25: 11:09pm On Jul 02
This Useless man deserved what ever he is seeing today ..
Next persons are Atiku and sultan of Sokoto..
All this greedy and corrupt politicians should face justice..
It's true that our government is always selective in their probe but we must start with some people..
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by SamuraiXXX: 12:19am On Jul 03
This arrogant f00l that thinks he's above the law, Tinubu will deal with him!
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by SamuraiXXX: 12:22am On Jul 03
Tenses:
The north will not forget how tinubu has been unfair to northern leaders.

The witch hunt is very terrible and childish to say the least.


The north will respond in 2027.
Come on will you shut up, some of these northerners need to be put in their place and I'm happy Tinubu has the balls to do it
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by Kobicove(m):
Hell Rufai will be wondering when this nightmare will end, unfortunately for him its gonna be a long ride grin
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by TopBanter: 12:29am On Jul 03
SamuraiXXX:
Come on will you shut up, some of these northerners need to be put in their place and I'm happy Tinubu has the balls to do it
God bless you. They will take all of us down otherwise.

For the first time since 1999, a Southerner is in charge showing the North they need to shape up.

Nairaland is an intellectually poor platform. Check other social media sources and you will note many Sotutherners are behind Tinubu to include even Igbos.

The second reel below is from an intelligent Igbo lady who is an articulate Tinubu fan.

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1PmwzoAhFK/

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EvrngF28q/
Re: Court Rejects El-rufai’s Fresh Bail Bid Over Disputed Medical Report by kaywhy09(m): 12:48am On Jul 03
Back and forth. Till after general election
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