Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, wife of former Kaduna State Governor, has publicly appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure her husband, El-Rufai, receives fair treatment amid ongoing legal proceedings.

She highlighted that El-Rufai, who was diagnosed with hypertension and diabetes, has been denied access to medical care and is being held without proper bail terms.The wife expressed concerns about the psychological toll on her family, stating that the situation feels like a targeted attack on their dignity.

She emphasized that the family is not asking for the president to interfere with the judicial process but to uphold constitutional rights, including access to legal representation and medical treatment.

Asiya also questioned the legality of restricting El-Rufai's access to his personal physician and raised doubts about the authenticity of medical documents submitted during the investigation.The family claims these restrictions are hindering El-Rufai's ability to prepare a robust defense.The wife urged the president to act as a mediator, ensuring justice is served while respecting fundamental human rights.Her remarks underscore the tension between political accountability and personal freedoms in Nigeria's legal system.