The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it will probe an allegation against the Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Ahmed Farouk.
Aliko Dangote, the Chairman of the Dangote Group, on Tuesday submitted a petition to the commission, accusing Ahmed of corruption and financial impropriety.
Hours after the industrialist’s move, the ICPC acknowledged the receipt of the petition and promised to investigate the matter.
In the petition submitted to ICPC, the Kano-born businessman, through his lawyer, Ogwu Onoja (SAN), alleged that the NMDPRA boss spent, without evidence of lawful means of income, over $7 million for the education of his four children in schools in Switzerland for a period of six years upfront.
He alleged that Ahmed used the NMDPRA to embezzle and divert public funds for selfish gains and pursuit of private interest to the detriment of citizens
The House of Representatives, has, however, summoned both parties, directing them to stop public comments over the matter.
According to the lawmakers, the feud may negate the strides recorded in the downstream sector.
Edited by Favour Owonibi.