Obi demands fair treatment of El-Rufai following wife’s emotional plea

By Jude Opara

Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has called for fair treatment and strict adherence to the rule of law regarding the ongoing case of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai.
Obi warned that selective justice poses a severe threat to national unity and public trust.
In a statement released by Idris Zekeri Jnr, spokesman for the Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR), the former Anambra State Governor, who is currently attending an event in the United States revealed he was deeply moved after watching a viral video of El-Rufai’s wife, Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, in tears over the alleged ill-treatment of her husband.
Reacting via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle in a post titled “A Wife’s Tears, A Nation’s Conscience: Let Justice Have a Heart,” Obi emphasized that the foundational pillar of any democracy is a transparent and fair judicial process.
“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.
“Regardless of the allegations against Mallam Nasir El-Rufai or any other citizen, justice must be transparent and fair, with reasonable bail conditions that should not be seen as punitive before trial.
“ In a democracy governed by the rule of law, institutions exist to protect every citizen’s rights, regardless of their background,” Obi stated.
Obi cautioned law enforcement agencies and judicial bodies to remain professional, urging them to resist practices that mimic political persecution or vindictiveness.
According to him, law enforcement must act strictly within legal boundaries and avoid pre-trial punishments.
He noted that avoiding selective justice is critical to preserving trust in public institutions.
He added that equality before the law must remain paramount to guarantee dignity for every citizen.
“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 concluded.