The aide to former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, Muyiwa Adekeye, has denied claims by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) that El-Rufai's hospital visit turned into a political meeting.Adekeye stated the ICPC's assertion that the visit was politically motivated is inaccurate.He explained that the ICPC had prior knowledge of El-Rufai's request to see his personal physician, Dr.Bello Abubakar, and that the commission unilaterally rescheduled the appointment from 5pm to 10am without informing the family.

Adekeye highlighted that El-Rufai remained in a public area of the hospital for an hour awaiting a medical report, which the ICPC itself required before releasing him.He also noted that some individuals approached El-Rufai for greetings or to see him, as is common when a prominent figure is present.

Adekeye accused the ICPC of fabricating a narrative of political theater, emphasizing that the commission controlled the timing, access, and had its own officers present.He reiterated that the court order allows El-Rufai medical access in custody without restrictions on who can see him.Adekeye demanded the ICPC disclose specific allegations against Dr.Abubakar for his release.