Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai is in big trouble as the Federal Government prepares to arraign him before the Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations of unlawfully intercepting the phone communications of National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu.

El-Rufai is facing three counts according to court documents filed on February 16, 2026.

“Count One: Admitting, during a February 13 appearance on Arise TV’s Prime Time Programme, that he and his associates unlawfully intercepted the communications of the NSA, contrary to Section 12(1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc) Amendment Act, 2024.”

“Count Two: Knowing and associating with individuals involved in the unlawful interception without reporting them to security agencies, in violation of Section 27(b) of the same Act.”

“Count Three: Using technical equipment or systems to compromise public safety and national security by intercepting the NSA’s communications, an offence under Section 131(2) of the Nigerian Communications Act 2003.”

The charges were filed by counsel to the Department of State Services, including M.E. Ernest, O.M. Owan, U.M. Bulla, C.S. Eze, and E.G. Orubor.

In addition, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited him for questioning over alleged corruption connected to his tenure in office.