Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, to report to the headquarters of the Department of State Services (DSS) every last Friday of the month by 10 a.m. to sign an attendance register, pending the determination of his case. The judge also granted him bail in the sum of ₦100 million, with one surety in like amount.
Bail Conditions
In her ruling, Justice Abdulmalik imposed several conditions for the bail. The surety must be a resident of either Maitama or Asokoro in Abuja and must deposit a Certificate of Occupancy for a landed property at the court registry. Additionally, the surety is required to be a federal civil servant not below Grade Level 17, with proof of salary payments for at least three months. These documents are to be verified through a letter from the surety’s bank manager within the court’s jurisdiction.
Additional Requirements
The court also ordered the former governor to submit an affidavit of means, execute a bail bond, and provide a recent passport photograph. Furthermore, El-Rufai is to surrender all valid international passports. The surety must provide a verification letter from their department, as well as a tax clearance certificate covering the last six months. The judge warned that any breach of the bail conditions would lead to its automatic revocation.
Traditional Council Attestation
As part of the bail requirements, the court ordered the submission of a letter of attestation from the Chairman of the Kaduna Traditional Council. This condition underscores the court's insistence on stringent measures to ensure the former governor's compliance with the bail terms.
The case continues, with El-Rufai required to adhere strictly to the reporting schedule and other conditions set by the court.
