Former NNPCL MD, Mele Kyari
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently questioning the former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, regarding financial dealings during his tenure.
Kyari arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja around 2:15 PM on Wednesday, according to Channels TV report.
As he entered the premises, Kyari addressed the situation, stating, “I have fulfilled my responsibilities; now it’s up to the EFCC to do theirs. When we all act with integrity, impartiality, and dedication, Nigeria progresses.”
The EFCC had sought a 60-day court order to freeze certain accounts linked to Kyari to facilitate its investigation, but Justice Emeke Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja granted a 30-day freeze, with the possibility of renewal.
In August, the court ordered a temporary freeze on four Jaiz Bank accounts allegedly connected to Kyari, following an ex parte motion by EFCC counsel Ogechi Ujam.
The motion sought to suspend account activities pending the investigation’s conclusion.
Justice Nwite, in his ruling, affirmed, “After reviewing the affidavit, evidence, and written submissions, I find this application meritorious and grant it as requested.”
The case was adjourned to September 23 for a progress report.
The EFCC’s investigation stems from a petition dated April 24, filed by the Guardian of Democracy and Rule of Law, accusing Kyari of conspiracy, abuse of office, and money laundering. EFCC investigator Amin Abdullahi, part of the Special Investigation Unit, revealed in an affidavit, “My team conducted extensive inquiries, including obtaining bank records from commercial banks, following the receipt of the petition.”
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