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El-Rufai’s Wife Aichatou Faults ICPC Over “Wife Of A Defendant” Remark, Demands N2bn Compensation
El-Rufai’s Wife Aichatou Faults ICPC Over “Wife Of A Defendant” Remark, Demands N2bn Compensation
Aichatou el-Rufai, wife of Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna, has issued a pre-action notice to the chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to demand N2 billion in damages over alleged defamatory statements.
Mohammed Bello, son of the former governor, had earlier alleged that ICPC operatives denied his father access to medical and family care at the commission’s detention facility on Friday.
Bello claimed the action by the anti-graft agency violated a court order granting el-Rufai “unrestricted access to his doctors”.
He also said that el-Rufai was prevented from seeing Aichatou, his second wife, who brought him his evening meal.
ICPC: WE FOLLOW ACCESS CONTROL POLICY
Responding to the allegations on Monday, the ICPC described claims of inhumane treatment and denial of access to el-Rufai as “false and misleading”.
J. Okor Odey, ICPC spokesperson, said in a statement that the commission’s access control policy permits visits between 9:00 am and 6:30 pm, adding that the protocol applies to all detainees and visitors.
Odey said families of suspects in ICPC custody are routinely informed of the visitation guidelines and have complied with them before the incident.
He added that one of el-Rufai’s wives and a housemaid were granted access on at least three occasions between 10:30 am and 5:30 pm to deliver food to the former governor.
“Commission notes the wide circulation of a video interview since 10:00 pm on Friday, 15 May 2026. In that interview, conducted in the Hausa language and broadcast across several media platforms, a woman who identified herself as the wife of a defendant currently remanded in ICPC custody alleged that Commission operatives denied her entry into the premises at 7:00 pm to deliver food to her husband,” the statement reads.
“She further alleged that the ICPC was in violation of a court order permitting family access to the defendant, and that her husband was being denied food. The ICPC wishes to state categorically that these claims are false and misleading.”
EL-RUFAI’S WIFE DEMANDS RETRACTION, APOLOGY
In a letter addressed to the commission, counsel to Aichatou el-Rufai said parts of the statement issued by Odey were defamatory and had caused reputational harm to their client.
The lawyers argued that the commission’s description of the former governor’s wife as “a woman who identified herself as the wife of a defendant” cast doubt on her status as the lawful spouse of the former governor.
They also said the commission’s claim that her earlier assertions were “false and misleading” portrayed her as dishonest and deceptive.
According to the legal team, allegations that she violated visitation procedures at the ICPC headquarters painted her as someone who disregards institutional protocols.
The lawyers further objected to portions of the statement, which they said suggested that Aichatou el-Rufai contradicted herself on claims that her husband was denied food while in custody.
They also accused the commission of portraying her actions as an attempt to create a media spectacle to circumvent official procedures.
The letter said the ICPC publication had been widely circulated across local and international media platforms, exposing her to ridicule, embarrassment, and reputational damage.
Her lawyers described her as a woman of “unblemished character” and accused the anti-graft agency of using its official platform to target a private citizen unfairly.
The legal team demanded an immediate retraction of the statements and a public apology to their client.
They stressed that the apology should be published in at least three national newspapers and across the commission’s digital and social media platforms.
The notice also seeks N2 billion in general, aggravated, and exemplary damages over the alleged defamatory publication.
El-Rufai’s Wife Aichatou
The lawyers also demanded a written undertaking from the commission assuring that no similar statements would be made about the second wife of el-Rufai in the future.
The ICPC was given 14 days to comply with the demands, failing which the legal team said it would commence legal proceedings. Eereporter.com
NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has unveiled a nationwide ₦66 fuel discount promotion for customers using the NNPC Fuel App.
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In a post obtained from its X handle on Friday, the promotion, which runs from October 1 to 7, is being held across NNPC stations nationwide as part of activities marking the period.
“The ₦66 Discount Promo is ongoing & the excitement is already happening across our stations nationwide!
“All over Nigeria, our customers are getting in on the action & there’s still time for you to benefit!
The promo runs from 1–7 October on the NNPC Fuel App,” the post read.
NNPC said customers across the country have already begun participating in the promotion, with highlights from the first day showing activities at several stations.
“Keep fueling, keep transacting and keep your eyes on our pages,” the post read.
NNPC
NNPC also shared moments from the first day of the promotion and said more pictures and activities from stations across the country would be released.
The company urged customers not to miss the opportunity to participate before the promotion ends on October 7.
The ₦66 discount offer is available through the NNPC Fuel App during the stated promotional period.
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Economy
NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed the readiness of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to explore a strategic partnership with Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) to strengthen indigenous capacity in aircraft spares production, technology transfer and specialised technical training.
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The CAS stated this on 29 September 2026 when the Chairman of IVM, Chief Dr Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, CON, paid a courtesy visit to him at Headquarters NAF, Abuja.
Discussions focused on leveraging IVM’s indigenous manufacturing capabilities to support NAF operational requirements and advance local content in the defence sector. Chief Chukwuma highlighted IVM’s interest and capability in the production of selected aircraft parts and spares, while also showcasing its CNG and electric vehicle manufacturing capabilities.
The CAS welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed NAF’s commitment to partnerships that promote local production, technology transfer and human-capacity development. He also expressed interest in exploring affordable vehicle acquisition options for NAF personnel through convenient payment arrangements, subject to further engagement and applicable procedures.
Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM)
The engagement underscores the CAS’s drive to harness indigenous innovation and local expertise to strengthen NAF capability and personnel welfare, while supporting Nigeria’s broader pursuit of technological self-reliance and industrial development.
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Nigerian Navy Disclaims Recurrent Fake Recruitment on Social Media
The Nigerian Navy has observed the recurrent circulation of fake recruitment notices on social media platforms and other unofficial channels, purportedly announcing Nigerian Navy recruitment exercises. The Nigerian Navy wishes to state categorically that such notices are not authorised and should not be regarded as official recruitment announcements.
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The Nigerian Navy therefore advises prospective applicants and members of the public to exercise caution and disregard recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other unauthorised sources. All official information concerning Nigerian Navy recruitment, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, will be communicated exclusively through authorised Nigerian Navy channels. The official recruitment website is http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, while the Nigerian Navy’s official website is https://navy.mil.ng.
Members of the public are particularly warned against making payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Nigerian Navy recruitment. Recruitment into the Nigerian Navy is free of charge, and the Service does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.
Nigerian Navy
The Nigerian Navy will continue to monitor and address the circulation of fraudulent recruitment information and urges the public to rely solely on its official communication channels for accurate and verified information on recruitment exercises.
Signed
AA FOLORUNSHO Director Naval Information
Captain (Nigerian Navy)
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