Musa Kwankwaso
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated an investigation into allegations of a N2.5 billion fraud involving Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).
The investigation centers on the misappropriation of campaign funds for the 2023 elections and the failure to pay party agents who worked during the presidential and governorship elections.
Sources have revealed that the EFCC has summoned the National Secretary of the NNPP, Comrade Oginni Olaposi Sunday, to provide evidence supporting the allegations against Kwankwaso and his Private Secretary, Mrs. Folashade Aliu. Aliu is accused of being a key figure in the alleged misappropriation, utilizing secret accounts for campaign donations and funds.
The allegations also implicate several signatories to the NNPP’s bank account, including Prof. Rufai Alkali, Abba Kawu, and Dipo Olayokun. The EFCC may extend its investigation to probe Olayokun’s sudden wealth and property acquisitions in Abuja, which reportedly occurred within two years of his tenure as an account signatory.
Comrade Oginni confirmed his involvement with the EFCC during a telephone conversation with Vanguard in Abeokuta.
He stated that he visited the “EFCC headquarters in Abuja to provide statements and clarifications regarding the petition he filed on behalf of the NNPP.”
“Truly, I was invited by the EFCC. I honoured the invitation and I was satisfied with the professionalism of EFCC officers. I answered questions related to the petition I signed on behalf of NNPP without any harassment or intimidation,” Oginni said.
He added, “They want to be sure that the allegations are true and without any ill motives. We are very sure that Nigeria is in a very safe stance with these crops of EFCC officers who are ready to get rid of corruption at Nigeria high places without sacred cows.”
The confirmed invitation of the NNPP’s National Secretary signals the commencement of a thorough investigation into the allegations against Senator Kwankwaso. His invitation to the EFCC to clear his name is anticipated.