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JUST IN: Security Operatives Clash with El-Rufai’s Supporters at EFCC HQ, Tear Gas Fired
Chaos erupted outside the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja on Monday as security operatives fired tear gas to disperse crowds amid heated clashes involving supporters of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.
The incident unfolded as El-Rufai arrived to honor an invitation for questioning over alleged corruption and financial misconduct during his tenure, including probes into approximately N432 billion in state funds. The appearance, which also marked his birthday, came after he voluntarily agreed to present himself at 10:00 a.m. following an earlier attempted arrest at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport last Thursday upon return from Cairo, Egypt.
Hundreds of El-Rufai’s supporters, many from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other loyalist groups, converged on the area in solidarity. They chanted slogans defending him and carried placards reading “El-Rufai is a citizen, not a suspect,” “We stand with El-Rufai,” and similar messages.
Rival demonstrators, including members of civil society and anti-corruption advocacy groups, gathered in opposition, demanding accountability with signs such as “El-Rufai Not Above The Law,” “Answer The Charges El-Rufai,” and “Let the law catch up.”
Tensions escalated into physical confrontations between the factions and with security personnel guarding the EFCC premises. Reports and circulating videos indicate that operatives deployed tear gas canisters to break up the crowds, with some accounts accusing authorities of using dogs and selectively restricting pro-El-Rufai groups while allowing opponents closer access. Protesters were heard vowing to return once the situation cleared, signaling ongoing determination.
El-Rufai entered the EFCC building amid the disruptions, accompanied by a large entourage, though details on the outcome of his questioning—whether detention, release on bail, or further proceedings—remain unclear at this time. The probe involves coordination with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), where he is slated to appear later this week.
The events have intensified public debate over the anti-corruption drive, political motivations, and the handling of high-profile investigations in Nigeria, with videos of the tear-gassing and protests spreading rapidly on social media. Authorities have yet to issue an official statement on the clashes.
A joint security operation against terrorists has led to the rescue of nine persons in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State.
According to inside sources, Forest Guards, under the supervision of the Directorate of Security Services and working with members of the local hunters and vigilante group, embarked on bush-combing operations. They discovered a hideout of the kidnappers and engaged them.
Nine persons were rescued in two separate operations in the forest of Obbo Aiyegunle. One of the kidnappers was neutralised while others fled with gunshot injuries.
One of the rescued persons is said to be receiving medical care at an undisclosed medical facility in the local government.
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Zamfara LG Chairman Abduction: Security operatives intensify rescue efforts
Security forces are currently conducting deliberate operations at the suspected location of the terrorists, aimed at safely rescuing the abducted Chairman.
• Family of the abducted Zamfara LG Chairman
Aliyu Danjal, Lieutenant Colonel Media Information Officer Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, disclosed that on hearing gunshots, troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA responded immediately and swiftly moved to the scene where they engaged in hot pursuit of the terrorists leading to a fierce exchange of fire.
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IGP Disu orders officers to shoot anyone carrying illegal firearms
Disu explained that the directive was backed by Force Order 237, which empowers police officers to respond immediately to armed threats without waiting for approval from superior officers.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed police officers across the country to shoot on sight anyone found carrying illegal firearms, as part of intensified efforts to curb insecurity.
Disu issued the directive on Friday during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Government House in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, saying the move followed President Bola Tinubu’s instruction that the lingering security crisis in the state must be brought to an end.
The police chief maintained that only authorised security personnel are legally permitted to carry firearms, warning that law enforcement agencies would no longer tolerate the unlawful possession of weapons.
” You cannot move around freely carrying arms as if there is no law and order in this country. It will not be tolerated,” he said.
Disu explained that the directive was backed by Force Order 237, which empowers police officers to respond immediately to armed threats without waiting for approval from superior officers.
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