Kaduna Politics: El-Rufai's Lawsuit Hits a Roadblock In the latest twist to the never-ending drama in Kaduna State politics, the case filed by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai against unknown individuals has hit a snag. The case, which was pending before Justice Belgore at the Federal High Court in Abuja, has been transferred to the Chief Judge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This move comes after Justice Belgore announced his withdrawal from the suit, citing his impending leave as the reason. The sudden withdrawal of the judge has sent shockwaves through the legal community, particularly in Kaduna, where El-Rufai once held sway as governor. The former governor had filed the case in pursuit of his fundamental human rights, but the transfer of the case file has raised more questions than answers. It is unclear whether the transfer is a deliberate attempt to stall the case or a genuine effort by the judiciary to ensure that justice is served. The transfer of the case file has significant implications for El-Rufai, who had hoped to get a favourable verdict in the case. His failure to get a judge to preside over the case may be seen as a setback, particularly given the timing of the withdrawal. However, legal experts have pointed out that the transfer of the case file is a routine procedure, and it is not unusual for judges to withdraw from cases due to various reasons. The Kaduna State government, now under a new administration, has also been watching the developments with keen interest. The transfer of the case file may be seen as an opportunity for the new administration to review the case and determine whether it is in the best interest of the state to pursue it further. The case has the potential to polarize the state, and the new administration may be under pressure to take a firm stance on the matter. In conclusion, the transfer of the case file has thrown a spanner in the works for El-Rufai's lawsuit. While the reasons behind the withdrawal of Justice Belgore are unclear, one thing is certain: the case is far from over. As the judiciary continues to navigate the complexities of the case, one can only speculate on the outcome. Will the case be reassigned to another judge, or will it be dismissed? Only time will tell.