Nigeria, March 2 -- The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has told the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Abuja, that it is detaining former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to conclude an investigation into alleged corruption during his time in office.

Mr El-Rufai had filed the suit at the court, alleging that his arrest and detention violated his fundamental rights. He asked the court to declare the actions of the anti-graft agencies unlawful and to award him N1 billion in damages.

In an affidavit filed in support of the suit, Mr El-Rufai confirmed his identity and career history but declined to answer questions about the allegations, citing his constitutional right to remain sil...