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flag Nasir El-Rufai remains detained in early 2026 over allegations of mass demolitions and human rights abuses during his tenure.

flag Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna and minister of the Federal Capital Territory, remains detained in early 2026 amid ongoing scrutiny over his tenure. flag Allegations include widespread demolitions of homes, orphanages, schools, and religious sites—particularly in Abuja and Kaduna—often without court approval or compensation. flag Critics say he authorized the destruction of around 2,000 buildings in Abuja and 12,000 shanties, including at night, targeting areas linked to the Islamic Movement of Nigeria and followers of Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. flag The ban on state-sponsored Christian pilgrimages, in place for over a decade, was lifted in February 2026. flag Multiple petitions detailing human rights abuses were submitted during his ministerial nomination, contributing to the Senate’s rejection of his appointment.

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