The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission conducted a raid on the Abuja residence of Nasir El-Rufai, a former governor of Kaduna State.
Agents of the anti-graft agency reportedly carried out the operation as part of ongoing investigations into allegations of corruption and abuse of office linked to his tenure in public service.
Officials from the ICPC were said to have searched the property, seizing documents and electronic devices believed to be relevant to their inquiries.
While details of the specific allegations remain undisclosed, the action underscores intensified anti-corruption efforts by enforcement agencies targeting high-profile public figures accused of financial misconduct.
Supporters of El-Rufai have condemned the raid, calling it politically motivated and an attempt to intimidate critics of the current government.
They maintain that due process must be followed and that any investigations should be transparent and fair.
Critics of El-Rufai argue that the probe is a necessary step toward accountability for alleged irregularities during his time in office, stressing that no one should be above the law.
The development has sparked debate across political and public spheres about the fight against corruption in Nigeria, due process, and the role of anti-graft agencies in holding leaders accountable.
