ICPC Continues Probe of Corruption Allegations Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss Despite Dangote's Withdrawal

The ICPC is persisting in its probe of corruption allegations against former NMDPRA CEO Farouk despite Aliko Dangote's withdrawal of the petition. Farouk resigned shortly after Dangote's petition, which sought Farouk's arrest.

The ICPC stated that it will continue its investigation in the interest of transparency and accountability. Dangote had accused Farouk of spending $7 million on education for his four children, alleging corrupt practices.

The investigation is ongoing, focusing on potential corrupt activities within the Nigerian petroleum regulatory sector.