EFCC Revives Atiku Abubakar's Financial Crimes Case
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reopened a case against former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar due to a fresh petition filed by Hon. Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma, a former member of the House of Representatives. The petition, dated August 27, 2026, and received on September 1, 2026, calls for the EFCC to revisit its earlier investigation into allegations of financial crimes against Atiku, which date back to 2006.
Agbonayinma, represented by his lawyer Chief Hannibal Egbe Uwaifo, formally adopted the petition at the EFCC headquarters in Jabi, Abuja. He emphasized the importance of accountability under the law for all Nigerians, regardless of status.
The petition references a September 2006 report by the EFCC and a February 4, 2010, report by the United States Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, arguing that these documents warrant renewed scrutiny. Agbonayinma criticized the previous lack of prosecution, asserting it reflects a dereliction of duty by the EFCC.
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