Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has reacted strongly to the continued detention of his father, insisting that the family is unafraid of intimidation or pressure.
Speaking to journalists, the lawmaker said the El-Rufai family would not be silenced, warning that those allegedly responsible for his father’s situation would be held accountable if anything happens to him.
“We fear no one,” El-Rufai’s son says
Mohammed stated that the family remains firm despite the ongoing legal and detention issues surrounding the former governor.
“We, the El-Rufais, fear no one and nothing,” he said.
He added that any harm that comes to his father would not go unanswered, stressing that those involved in his continued detention should be prepared for consequences.
“If anything happens to my father, Nasir El-Rufai, those behind his continued detention despite being granted bail should be the ones living in fear,” he said.
Ongoing detention claims and legal disputes
Nasir El-Rufai has reportedly been in and out of custody since February 2026 following allegations of corruption, money laundering, and abuse of office during his tenure as Kaduna State governor.
He was said to have first been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after honouring an invitation, before being granted bail days later.
However, reports claim he was later re-arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), with additional allegations linked to ongoing investigations.
He has also reportedly faced separate scrutiny from the Department of State Services (DSS) over alleged cybercrime-related offences.
Family maintains strong stance
Mohammed insisted that the family would not be intimidated by the situation, maintaining that they will continue to speak out on developments surrounding his father’s detention.
The comments have since sparked reactions online, with supporters and critics weighing in on the unfolding legal and political drama.
“We The El-Rufais Are Not Afraid Of Anything Or Anybody, But If Anything Should Happen To My Father, They Should Be The Ones To Be Afraid.” ~ Mohammed Bello El-Rufai Warns Over The Continued Detention Of His Father Nasir El-Rufai After He Was Granted Bail 👀 pic.twitter.com/d5ySlGGB8C
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