Youth groups and residents in Southern Kaduna stage a protest demanding a comprehensive probe into the administration of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over allegations of financial misconduct and purported payments to bandits during his tenure.
Mediaplusng.com reports that the demonstrators gather in parts of Southern Kaduna, calling on anti-corruption agencies to thoroughly investigate claims of alleged irregular financial transactions and security-related expenditures under the former government. Protesters carry placards urging accountability and transparency in the management of public funds.
The protesters express concern over reports suggesting that public resources may have been used in ways that require clarification. They insist that any allegations involving payments to criminal elements or financial impropriety must be subjected to an independent and transparent investigation in accordance with the law.
Mediaplusng.com gathers that the youths publicly declare support for ongoing inquiries by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). They emphasize that anti-corruption institutions must be allowed to carry out their constitutional responsibilities without interference.
Speakers at the protest state that accountability is essential to restoring public trust in governance, particularly in regions that experience security challenges. They argue that clarifying past financial decisions will help strengthen public confidence in democratic institutions and ensure that future administrations adhere strictly to due process.
Mediaplusng.com understands that the demonstrators also call on relevant oversight bodies and security agencies to provide factual updates to the public to avoid speculation and misinformation. They maintain that peaceful civic engagement remains their chosen approach while awaiting the outcome of investigations.
While the former governor has not issued a fresh response in relation to the protest at the time of filing this report, legal observers note that allegations of financial crime require due judicial process and thorough evidence-based scrutiny. They stress that under Nigerian law, individuals remain presumed innocent until proven guilty by a competent court of jurisdiction.
Community leaders at the gathering appeal for calm and restraint, urging residents to avoid inflammatory rhetoric. They emphasize that the demand for accountability should not translate into actions capable of undermining public order or escalating tension in the state.
The protest highlights growing public interest in issues of financial transparency, security funding, and governance accountability in Kaduna State. As investigations continue, stakeholders say the outcome will be closely monitored, with expectations that the rule of law and institutional independence will guide all proceedings.
