Protests have continued to rock Abuja on the fifth day as concerned citizens and activists demand that the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission, ICPC and the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) take immediate action on a petition alleging financial recklessness and corruption against Engr. Farouk Ahmed, CEO of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
The demonstrations have seen protesters occupy the offices of the AGF , ICPC and CCB, calling for a thorough investigation into the allegations.
The protesters accuse Ahmed of diverting over $5 million in public funds to pay for his children’s luxurious foreign education, abuse of office, and conflict of interest.
The Concerned Young Professionals Network, leading the protests, has petitioned the AGF, ICPC and CCB, alleging that Ahmed’s leadership has been marked by regulatory compromise and financial impropriety.
Led by Olayemi Isaac and Dan Okwa, the group demands that the AGF, ICPC and CCB take swift action to investigate these allegations and restore public trust in the NMDPRA.
As the protests continue, citizens are echo the call for Ahmed’s removal, citing the need for accountability and transparency in the management of public resources.
“We urge the AGF, ICPC and CCB to take this petition seriously and initiate a thorough investigation into the allegations against Engr. Ahmed. The Nigerian people deserve transparency and accountability in the management of public resources,” Okwa said.
“The AGF, ICPC and CCB have a responsibility to uphold the law and ensure that public officials are held accountable for their actions.
“We expect them to take swift action on this petition and bring Engr. Ahmed to justice if found guilty.
“The AGF and CCB must demonstrate their commitment to transparency and accountability by investigating these allegations thoroughly and taking appropriate action.
“The public is watching, and we will not be silenced until justice is served.”
