ICPC Charges Works Ministry Director with Money Laundering

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Mr. Adiobom Bless Lere Adam, a director at the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, on charges of money laundering.

The charges were filed in the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, with case number FHC/ABJ/CR/551/2025. The ICPC spokesperson, John Odei, stated that Adam is accused of illegally receiving and retaining funds from a subordinate, Mr.

Henri David, knowing they were proceeds of corrupt activities that occurred between August 2022 and January 2024. It is alleged that he transferred substantial portions of these illicit funds to his spouse's bank account and his son's account.

Adam faces six counts, including violations of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022 and the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria. He pleaded not guilty and was granted bail of 5 million naira, with conditions to provide sureties and identification.

The case is adjourned until April 20, 2026.