The African Democratic Congress (ADC) renews calls for the immediate release of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, describing him as a “prisoner of conscience” and alleging political persecution. Reports from Nigeria’s Punch and Vanguard both state that the ADC is publicly urging authorities to release El-Rufai. The ADC’s position is presented as a condemnation of the circumstances surrounding his detention, with the party arguing that his treatment amounts to political persecution. Vanguard specifies that the claim is made by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the ADC, which declares El-Rufai a prisoner of conscience and demands his immediate release. Punch similarly frames the ADC’s demand for El-Rufai’s release and reiterates that the party portrays him as suffering political persecution. While the articles focus on the ADC’s calls and characterizations, they do not provide new details on the legal basis for El-Rufai’s detention or any response from officials. The coverage centers on the party’s stance and its public demand for release.