**Ex-Governor El-Rufai Faces Fresh Challenges Amidst Allegations of Wiretapping** In a development that has sent shockwaves across Nigeria's political landscape, a former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is set to appear before the Federal High Court in Abuja on February 25. This comes after the Department of State Service (DSS) filed a three-count criminal charge against him, alleging his involvement in the wiretapping of the telephone line of Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser (NSA). The case was assigned to Justice Joyce Abdulmalik by the Chief Judge, Justice John Tsoho, and the DSS is expected to arraign El-Rufai on charges of cybercrime and breach of national security. This development has sparked intense reactions from Nigerians, with many calling for the former governor to be held accountable for his alleged actions. El-Rufai has been at the center of controversy in recent weeks, with allegations emerging that he was involved in a plot to arrest and detain several individuals, including the NSA. In a statement, El-Rufai claimed that the NSA had ordered his arrest following a failed attempt to detain him at the airport. However, the DSS has maintained that El-Rufai's alleged actions constitute a serious breach of national security and cybercrime laws. The implications of this case are significant, not just for El-Rufai but also for the Nigerian political landscape. The allegations against him raise questions about the relationship between politics and law enforcement in the country. Many Nigerians have expressed concerns that the case is politically motivated, with some calling for El-Rufai to be held accountable for his actions. As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how El-Rufai will respond to the allegations against him. Will he be able to prove his innocence, or will the DSS be able to provide sufficient evidence to convict him? One thing is certain, however - the Nigerian public is watching with bated breath as this drama unfolds. In the words of one commentator, "The marriage between law and politics is so smooth that you can't even differentiate between the two." As El-Rufai faces the courts, it remains to be seen whether he will be able to navigate the complex web of politics and law enforcement in Nigeria.