TDThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, over alleged money laundering involving about ₦500 billion.
According to multiple reports, Abdullahi was arrested in Abuja on Wednesday and is currently being held by the anti-graft agency for questioning as investigators probe the alleged financial transactions linked to the commission.
A source quoted by media platforms claimed that the investigation centers on funds estimated at nearly ₦500 billion.
However, as of the time of filing this report, the EFCC had not issued an official detailed statement on the allegations or specific charges against the Energy Commission boss.
Efforts to reach EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, for confirmation were reportedly unsuccessful.
President Bola Tinubu appointed Abdullahi as Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria in October 2023.
Before his appointment, he reportedly served as Senior Technical Adviser to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology.
The development comes amid intensified anti-corruption investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission into alleged financial crimes involving public officials and government agencies.
The case is still developing, and further details are expected from the EFCC in the coming days.
Stay tuned…
