A Kaduna State High Court has adjourned the bail hearing of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to the first week of June 2026, in an ongoing trial over alleged fraud and abuse of office.

What happened

Justice Darius Khobo fixed the new date after El-Rufai appeared before the court last Tuesday for hearing of his bail application on an amended nine-count charge filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

The judge had earlier scheduled ruling for April 21, 2026, but later adjourned proceedings.

Details of the case

El-Rufai was arraigned last week on charges bordering on fraud and abuse of office.

His counsel, Ukpon Akpan, confirmed the adjournment after Tuesday’s proceedings, describing the delay as politically motivated.

Earlier bail in separate case

The former governor had earlier secured bail in a separate corruption case before a Federal High Court in Kaduna.

Justice Rilwanu Aikawa granted him bail in the sum of ₦200 million and ordered that he remain in ICPC custody pending the fulfilment of the conditions.

As part of the bail terms, El-Rufai was barred from making public comments on the case and must attend all court sittings.

What it means

The adjournment means the court will only decide on his latest bail request in June, prolonging legal proceedings in one of the high-profile corruption cases involving a former state governor.