NNPCL's Dagazau Faces Probe Over Corruption Allegations

The House of Representatives has begun an investigation into petitions against Dr Mumuni Dagazau, the Executive Vice President, Downstream of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), concerning allegations of money laundering and abuse of office. Additionally, the investigation includes a demand for the review, suspension, and cancellation of gas distribution licenses issued to NIPCO Plc in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, and Osun States, as well as the Lagos and Lekki Free Trade Zones.

Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, Chairman of the Committee, announced the formation of two sub-committees to conduct preliminary investigations. Hon. Peter Aniekwe will lead the sub-committee investigating NIPCO's licenses, while Hon. Aliyu Ibrahim Al-Mustapha will chair the sub-committee examining the allegations against Dagazau.

Each sub-committee has been given a specific timeframe to report their findings. Ugochinyere emphasized that the investigations do not imply any conclusions regarding the allegations and that all parties will be afforded a fair opportunity to present their cases.