The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for the fair treatment of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, stressing that justice must be administered transparently and in accordance with the rule of law.
Obi said he was emotionally moved after watching a viral video of El-Rufai’s wife, Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, expressing distress over what she described as the treatment of her husband.
In a post on his X handle titled “A Wife’s Tears, A Nation’s Conscience: Let Justice Have a Heart,” the former Anambra State governor urged authorities to ensure that due process is followed in handling the case.
“I woke this morning in America and was deeply moved by an emotional viral video of Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, prompting deep reflection on our nation’s future,” Obi wrote.
He maintained that regardless of the allegations against El-Rufai or any other citizen, justice must be fair and transparent, with bail conditions that are reasonable and not punitive before trial.
“In a democracy governed by the rule of law, institutions exist to protect every citizen’s rights, regardless of their background,” he said.
Obi cautioned against what he described as selective justice, warning that it could undermine public confidence in state institutions and threaten national unity.
“We must resist any hint of selective justice that erodes public trust and threatens national unity. Those tasked with enforcing our laws must act professionally and strictly follow due process,” he stated.
He added that Nigeria must remain committed to upholding the rule of law, protecting the dignity of every citizen, and ensuring equal justice for all.
“Let us strive for a Nigeria where the law is paramount, and where every citizen is guaranteed dignity and justice. This is the foundation of the New Nigeria we envisage,” Obi said.
