Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai

Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai is a Nigerian politician and former governor of Kaduna State from 2015 to 2023. Known for his reformist approach, El-Rufai has been influential in Nigerian politics, particularly in advocating for infrastructure development and economic reforms. He has also held significant positions within the Nigerian government, including serving as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. El-Rufai's tenure has not been without controversy, as he has faced criticism for his handling of security issues and governance challenges in Kaduna State. Recently, he was arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission over an alleged N8.68 billion CCTV fraud connected to a surveillance contract awarded during his administration.