The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed that former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasiru El-Rufai, is currently in its custody.

According to a press release issued by the Commission on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, El-Rufai was in the custody of the ICPC as at the close of work on the same day in connection with ongoing investigations.

The statement, signed by J. Okor Odey, Head of Media and Public Communications and Spokesperson of the Commission, clarified that the former governor is being held strictly for investigative purposes. No further details were provided on the nature of the investigation at the time of filing this report.

The ICPC said it would make additional information available to the public as appropriate.