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ICPC to arraign El-Rufai in Kaduna today

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has said it will arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday (today) over alleged corruption-related offences.

The planned arraignment follows mounting pressure from stakeholders, including the African Democratic Congress, which demanded the immediate release or arraignment of the former governor.

The stakeholders had described the continued detention of the former governor without formal charges as a violation of constitutional rights.

Similarly, the Muslim Rights Concern condemned the prolonged detention by security agencies.

Members of the former governor’s family also called for his arraignment before a competent court, expressing concern over what they described as his prolonged detention.

In a statement on Monday by its Head of Media and Public Communications, John Odey, the commission said El-Rufai and one Joel Adoga would be arraigned in suit number FHC/KD/73/2026 at the Federal High Court, Kaduna Judicial Division.

The commission said the charges include conversion and possession of public property as well as money laundering.

“The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is set to arraign the former Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufa’i (m) and one Joel Adoga (m) at the Federal High Court of Nigeria in the Kaduna Judicial Division on Tuesday, the 24th March 2026.

“The suit with number FHC/KD/73/2026 has charges ranging from conversion of and possession of public property, to money laundering,” the statement read.

ICPC also disclosed that a separate charge, marked KDH/KAD/ICPC/01/26, had been filed before a Kaduna State High Court against El-Rufai and one Amadu Sule (LEDA).

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According to the anti-graft agency, the counts in the state case range from abuse of office and fraud to intent to commit fraud and conferring undue advantage.

“Similarly, another charge, number KDH/KAD/ICPC/01/26, against Malam Nasir El-Rufa’i and one Amadu Sule (LEDA), has also been filed before a Kaduna State High Court in the Kaduna Judicial Division.

“The charges in the State High Court case range from abuse of office, fraud, and intent to commit fraud to conferring undue advantage, among others. Both charges were filed by the ICPC on the 18th of March, 2026.

“The date of arraignment in the state High Court will be communicated at the appropriate time as determined by the court,” the statement further stated.

The ICPC said El-Rufai had been duly served and reaffirmed its commitment to due process and the rule of law.

The PUNCH reports that El-Rufai was detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission after he honoured its invitation on February 16, granted bail on February 18, and taken into custody thereafter by the ICPC.

He has been in the ICPC’s custody since then amid several calls for his arraignment.

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PHOTOS: Nigerian woman who was childless for 14 years d!es hours after delivering quintuplets

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A 45-year old woman, Mrs Mary Yaduyan, has d!ed a few hours after delivering a set of quintuplets—five baby boys, at a specialist hospital in Akure, Ondo State.

It was gathered that the deceased had been childless for over 14 years before she eventually conceived in 2025 through an in vitro fertilisation (IVF) procedure.

Mary was said to have passed away following a complication identified by medical experts as a pulmonary embolism, few hours after she was delivered of the babies via caesarean section.

The hospital, known for handling multiple births, was thrown into mourning following the sudden d3ath, which occurred about four hours after what had been described as a successful delivery.

The woman had reportedly undergone regular antenatal care without major complications throughout the pregnancy.

Speaking with Ondo State Government publication, Hope Newspaper, the lead consultant, who does not want his name in print, expressed sadness over the situation, saying someone he cared for, did not make it at last.

He said that the patient had a history of uterine fibroids, which were surgically removed two years prior to the procedure.

According to him, the pregnancy progressed smoothly until about 31 weeks, when she experienced premature rupture of membranes and was placed under close medical supervision.

The doctor said the medical team adopted conservative management to prolong the pregnancy to a safer gestational age, while monitoring for signs of infection and other complications.

“The patient later complained of chest pain, prompting the involvement of a consultant cardiologist.

“However, initial assessments did not indicate immediate danger,” he said.

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“Following the delivery, the patient remained stable, with normal vital signs, including blood pressure and oxygen levels normal. Medical personnel, including a consultant anaesthesiologist, reportedly monitored her closely due to the high-risk nature of the delivery.

“Everything appeared normal after the operation. There was no sign of excessive bleeding, and her vital signs were stable.”

He added that the sudden deterioration was later attributed to ‘pulmonary embolism’, a condition caused by blood clot blocking vessels in the lungs which could occur without prior warning.

Despite swift resuscitation efforts, the patient could not be revived.

Speaking with the publication, the elder sister of the deceased, Mrs. Olusola Ajayi, recounted the final moments before her sister’s demise.

“She called me when I arrived at the hospital and said she wanted to eat rice with red oil without stew. Later, she changed her mind and rejected the food,” she said.

Ajayi explained that the family was informed the surgery would take place around 10 a.m., adding that they were on a video call with the deceased’s husband, who is outside the country, throughout the procedure.

“After the delivery, we were all jubilating. We even called our mother to inform her that everything went well. We were celebrating and encouraging ourselves,” she added.

She said she was later told to get medications for the newborns and immediately went to purchase them.

“But when I returned, I saw many people gathered in the room, and she was no longer responding when I called her. That was how we lost her,” she said.

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Ajayi confirmed that doctors attended to her sister throughout and that the family made every effort to ensure she received the best care.

“We did everything we could, but God Almighty knows why it happened this way,” she concluded.

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Lagos NLC demands N225,000 minimum wage

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The Lagos State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress has called on the state government to increase the minimum wage for workers from N85,000 to N225,000.

The Chairperson of the council, Funmi Sessi, made the demand on Friday during the International Workers’ Day held at Mobolaji Johnson Arena.

Sessi said the proposed increase had become necessary due to rising inflation and the high cost of living in the state.

She noted that while the current wage approved by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was commendable, it was no longer sufficient to meet workers’ needs.

“Given the current economic hardship and the high cost of living in Lagos, this amount is no longer sufficient.

“We, therefore, respectfully appeal to the state government to review the minimum wage to N225,000 in the interest of workers and industrial harmony,” the chairperson said.

She also raised concerns over insecurity and poverty, describing them as major challenges affecting workers’ productivity and welfare.

According to her, many workers face risks such as kidnapping and displacement, while the rising cost of goods and services has made it difficult to meet basic needs.

“The current inflation rate of 15.38 per cent has worsened the suffering of our people.

“Prices of foodstuffs and other essential commodities have risen significantly, making workers more vulnerable,” the labour leader stated.

Sessi urged both the federal and Lagos State governments to strengthen security measures and implement policies that would improve workers’ welfare.

She, however, commended the state government for ongoing infrastructure projects and worker-focused initiatives.

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The event was attended by the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, who represented the governor, alongside other government officials and labour leaders.

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Makinde says govt policies tackling workers’ hardship, insecurity

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Gov Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that the administration’s policies were aimed at enhancing the welfare of workers in the state.

Makinde said this on Friday during the 2026 May Day celebration held at Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Ibadan.

Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musbau Babatunde, the governor described as apt the theme for the 2026 May Day celebration; ‘Insecurity and Poverty: Threats to a Conducive Work Environment’.

According to him, the theme paints workers with the harsh reality of the world of work.

The governor said that insecurity and poverty were twin burdens that drain productivity and destroy morale.

He said that no civil servant could deliver excellence where fear and uncertainty prevail.

Makinde declared that “insecurity disrupts livelihoods, delays projects, and discourages investment while poverty, on its part, strips labour of dignity.

“Poverty fuels desperation, opens the door to corruption, and weakens commitment to service,” the governor said.

Makinde further said that his administration did not wait but acted decisively to break the cycle, having understood the consequences of insecurity and poverty.

He cited the establishment and strengthening of the Amotekun Security Network as a community-based security initiative to complement conventional security agencies.

“Beyond this, we have consistently supported security agencies with logistics, patrol vehicles, communication equipment, and other logistics,” he stated.

Makinde further cited improved inter-agency coordination among the Police, Amotekun, the Armed Forces, and other services, saying it has boosted intelligence sharing and rapid response.

The governor said that his administration believes that “a secure Oyo state is a productive Oyo state”.

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Makinde further said that regular and prompt salary, pension payments, the implementation of the national minimum wage, clearing of inherited promotion arrears/ leave bonuses, and the recent N10, 000 monthly transport bonuses are testimonies of the government’s commitment to workers’ welfare.

He urged workers to remain committed, disciplined, innovative, and to reject corruption and embrace excellence.

The governor said that his administration would continue to build a conducive work environment through policies and collective effort.

In their remarks, the duo of the state chairmen of Trade Union Congress(TUC) and Nigeria Labour Congress(NLC), Mr Bosun Olabiyi-Agoro and Mr Martins Kayode, respectively, urged the government to do more in tackling insecurity and poverty in the nation.

Olabiyi-Agoro noted that Nigerian workers were not finding it easy in the face of increasing fuel prices and uncontrollable inflation.

Kayode commended the state government for responding appropriately to all issues relating to the welfare of workers in the state.

He urged the state government to make the recent three-month transport bonus allowance of N10,000 a permanent one, so as to reduce workers’ hardship.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the celebration featured various activities, including a march-past by affiliates of the TUC and NLC.

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