Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, on Saturday said the decision to grant Mallam Nasir El-Rufai temporary release from Independent Corrupt Practices Commission custody to attend his mother’s burial is both humane and commendable but must be backed by court decision or order.
Adeyanju, in a statement on made available to The Nation, said this was because he was remanded in custody on the order of the court.
The decision to allow Elrufai to attend his mother’s funeral reflects a necessary balance between the demands of justice and respect for fundamental human dignity.
‘Bail, whether administrative or judicial, should not be misconstrued as an escape from accountability, but rather as a lawful and compassionate accommodation in deserving circumstances,’ he said.
He said the action by the authorities is a welcome demonstration of empathy while upholding the rule of law.