Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai kissed and embraced his wife before entering the courtroom for his wiretapping trial in Abuja.
The affectionate moment attracted attention from lawyers and supporters, prompting emotional and humorous reactions from Nigerians online.
The incident happened as El-Rufai’s trial continued at the Federal High Court, with his defence scheduled to begin on November 25, 2026.
El-Rufai Kisses Wife in Court as Trial Continues
Th Former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai has sparked reactions online after a video showed him kissing his wife outside a courtroom in Abuja on Monday, October 26, 2026. The moment attracted attention as the former governor appeared in court for his ongoing trial over the alleged interception of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone calls.
Newsflashngr reported that on October 26, El-Rufai embraced and kissed his wife before entering the Federal High Court in Abuja.
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The video gained attention on social media, with Nigerians sharing different opinions about the couple’s public display of affection amid the former governor’s legal troubles.
While some commenters expressed sympathy for the couple, others reacted humorously. Some also turned the discussion towards El-Rufai’s trial and the political circumstances surrounding his case.
What Happened During El-Rufai’s Wiretapping Trial?
El-Rufai is facing trial over allegations that he intercepted the telephone conversations of Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser
During proceedings on Monday, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik dismissed El-Rufai’s no-case submission, ruling that the Department of State Services had presented sufficient evidence to require him to enter his defence
The judge directed El-Rufai, the sole defendant in the charge, to defend himself. The case was adjourned until November 25, 2026, for him to open his defence.
The proceedings have kept the former governor in the public eye, while the viral video of his interaction with his wife has generated a separate wave of online commentary.
Nigerians React to El-Rufai’s Viral Video
The footage prompted reactions ranging from sympathy and encouragement to jokes about the couple’s relationship.
Some commenters focused on the emotional side of the moment, while others questioned the political circumstances surrounding the former governor’s trial.
Here are some of the comments shared by Nigerians about El-rufai:
@BeksFT9 wrote: “The worst thing about how this government is treating this man is that they aren’t doing all this because they believe he is guilty of the crime, but because they see him as a threat and this is how they treat those who are not in alignment with them.”
@Chekwube_02 wrote: “he has really missed her. I feel for them.”
@ElKhaveer wrote: “This man is strong, stronger than I could imagined.”
@baffa_sbs wrote: “Thank God say na him
Wife no be side chick”
@OgucheOkai92029 wrote: “@atiku all Nigerian are hoping you will bring relief to them, please start with@ Nasir El Rufai 🙏 he deserves proper and adequate support. We are not seeing the motivation needed from you sir. Even Mazi”
@artetaholico wrote: “The man needs a private room with his wife”
What Happens Next?
El-Rufai’s courtroom appearance with hus wife has drawn attention both to his ongoing legal battle and to the affectionate moment he shared with his her.
With his defence now scheduled to begin on the 25th of November, 2026, the case is expected to remain a subject of public interest to be debated among Nigerian citizens, especially as the 2027 General election draws closer.
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