Kaduna Coalition Plans Protest Against El-Rufai Over Alleged Rights Violations

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A civil society coalition called Kaduna Voices United announced plans to stage mass protests across Kaduna State, calling for the continued detention of former governor Nasir El-Rufai and an extension of investigations into alleged human rights violations during his tenure. The coalition’s coordinator, Nura Basiru, said the demonstrations aim to hold El‑Rufai accountable for what the group describes as suppression of dissent, extrajudicial killings and disregard for judicial authority. The protests are scheduled to occur simultaneously in several locations and culminate in a central rally in the state capital. The group’s actions could influence public sentiment and political dynamics ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.

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Reported by 3 sources: Leadership, The Nation, Blueprint.