An emotional message from Peter Obi has drawn attention after he reacted to a viral video involving Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai. He called for fairness, due process and respect for the rule of law in Nigeria.
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has called for transparent justice and reasonable bail conditions following public reactions to a viral video of Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, wife of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. Obi shared his position in a statement on Monday after watching the emotional video while in the United States.
According to Obi, every Nigerian deserves equal protection under the law, regardless of status or political affiliation. He said allegations against any citizen should pass through a transparent legal process, adding that bail conditions should remain fair and should not appear to punish an accused person before a court reaches a verdict.
Obi said he woke up in America deeply moved by the viral video and reflected on Nigeria’s future. He stated that institutions created to uphold justice must protect the rights of every citizen. He also urged law enforcement agencies to remain professional and to follow due process at every stage of legal proceedings.
The former Anambra State governor further warned against any perception of selective justice. He said such actions could weaken public confidence in government institutions and affect national unity. Obi maintained that Nigeria’s democracy depends on the consistent application of the law to every citizen without discrimination.
The statement comes amid public discussions surrounding Nasir El-Rufai and ongoing legal matters that have attracted political attention. Although Obi did not comment on the specific allegations, he focused on the principles of justice, constitutional rights and equal treatment before the law.
The development means fresh attention could shift toward how public institutions handle high-profile cases across Nigeria. Political observers expect continued discussions on the importance of due process, judicial independence and the protection of citizens’ rights as legal proceedings involving prominent public figures continue.
