-
ICPC to continue probe into allegations of corruption against former NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed.
-
Dangote’s withdrawal request officially submitted but not accepted by the commission.
-
Investigation ongoing in line with ICPC mandate for transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has refused Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s request to withdraw a petition against former NMDPRA boss Farouk Ahmed, who was accused of corrupt practices.
READ ALSO: Marketers Anticipate Petrol Price Drop As Dangote Refinery Finalises Free Product Distribution
ICPC spokesperson John Odey said the commission received a formal withdrawal letter on January 5 from Dangote’s legal counsel, Dr. O.J. Onoja, SAN.
ATTENTION: Click “HERE” to join our WhatsApp group and receive News updates directly on your WhatsApp!
However, the ICPC stated that investigations had already commenced in the public interest and will continue.
“The ICPC will therefore continue to investigate this matter in line with its statutory mandate and in the interest of transparency, accountability, and the fight against corruption for the benefit of Nigeria,” the commission said.
