EXPLOSIVE SHOWDOWN: Nigerian Govt Moves Against Former Governor Nasir El‑Rufai Over Alleged Phone Tapping Of NSA Nuhu Ribadu — Political War Reaches Dangerous New Level

EXPLOSIVE SHOWDOWN: Nigerian Govt Moves Against Former Governor Nasir El‑Rufai Over Alleged Phone Tapping Of NSA Nuhu Ribadu — Political War Reaches Dangerous New Level
Nigeria’s political landscape has been thrown into fresh turmoil following explosive developments suggesting that the Federal Government of Nigeria may take legal action against former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over shocking allegations involving the interception of sensitive phone communications.
How The Crisis Started
The controversy erupted after El-Rufai openly admitted during a television interview that he had listened to a phone conversation allegedly involving National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. According to him, the conversation allegedly contained discussions about moves to arrest and politically neutralize him.
This revelation immediately sent shockwaves across Nigeria’s political and security circles.
Because here’s the key issue: tapping or intercepting private phone conversations without lawful authorization is a serious criminal offence under Nigerian law, particularly under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act.
Why This Is Serious For Every Nigerian — Not Just Politicians
This is no longer just a political fight between powerful elites. It raises dangerous questions that affect ordinary Nigerians:
Who has access to private communications?
Are security systems being used for political battles?
Or are politicians themselves engaging in unlawful surveillance?
If powerful individuals can tap private communications without consequences, it threatens the privacy and safety of every Nigerian citizen.
Government Pressure Mounts — Investigation Demanded
Following El-Rufai’s admission, legal experts, civil society groups, and political stakeholders have demanded immediate investigation.
Security experts warn that two disturbing possibilities exist:
Either illegal surveillance is happening outside government control, or
Sensitive national security information is being accessed and exposed recklessly.
Both scenarios pose serious risks to Nigeria’s democracy and national security.
Political Tensions Escalate As Power Struggle Intensifies
El-Rufai, once a powerful insider and key ally within Nigeria’s ruling political establishment, now appears to be at the center of a rapidly escalating political confrontation.
Many observers believe this situation reflects deeper internal conflicts within Nigeria’s power structure — where former allies are now locked in a dangerous battle for influence and survival.
What Happens Next Will Be Critical
If formal charges are eventually filed and the case proceeds to court, it could become one of the most explosive political trials in modern Nigerian history.
But beyond the elite political drama, Nigerians are watching closely for one simple reason:
Will the law be applied equally — or will this become another case where powerful figures escape accountability while ordinary citizens face the full weight of the law?
One thing is clear:
This unfolding crisis has exposed serious cracks within Nigeria’s political and security system — and the outcome could reshape the country’s political future.