EFCC Reopens Investigation into Atiku Abubakar's Allegations
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reopened an investigation into allegations against former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, prompted by a petition from former House of Representatives member Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma. The petition, dated August 27, 2026, was received by the EFCC on September 1, 2026.
Agbonayinma, represented by his lawyer Chief Hannibal Uwaifo (SAN), is advocating for a review of previous allegations linked to Atiku from an earlier investigation led by former EFCC chairman Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. On October 12, 2026, Agbonayinma visited the EFCC headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, to adopt his petition and answer questions from investigators, arriving at 9:58 a.m. and departing around 4:07 p.m.
He expressed gratitude to Nigerians and the EFCC for their support, emphasizing the importance of accountability and the rule of law. Agbonayinma also mentioned that he had written to U.S.
President Donald Trump regarding the allegations.
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