{
  "id": 10624399,
  "title": "You can get away with anything with political connections – Emir Sanusi faults El-Rufai’s detention",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/you-can-get-away-with-anything-with-political-connections-emir-sanusi",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T05:50:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/you-can-get-away-with-anything-with-political-connections-emir-sanusi-faults-el-rufais-detention/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II expressed concerns about the power of political connections in Nigeria, stating that individuals with strong ties can seemingly escape accountability for wrongdoing. During an interview with Channels Television, Sanusi highlighted Dr. Wahab Shittu's analysis of Nigerian financial laws, which revealed weaknesses that need to be addressed in the fight against corruption. The Emir emphasized that merely having good laws is not sufficient; the institutions responsible for enforcing these laws must also function effectively. He specifically criticized the case of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who has been detained for seven months without being convicted, suggesting that political influence may play a role in how corruption cases are handled. Sanusi questioned whether these cases are genuinely aimed at combating corruption or if they're becoming a tool for political battles. He urged all stakeholders, including politicians, public officials, and the judiciary, to ensure that laws are implemented according to their intended purpose. Sanusi concluded by stressing the importance of law reform in tandem with strengthening law enforcement institutions to make real progress in the battle against corruption.",
  "summary": "The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said people can get away with almost anything in Nigeria when they have strong political connections. Sanusi made the comment during an interview with Channels Television in Lagos at the public presentation of Unexplained Wealth: A Trilogy of Nigerian Financial Law, a three-volume book written by anti-corruption […] You can get away with anything with…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}