EFCC detains Energy Commission DG over alleged N500bn laundering scandal

Pointblanknews | 14-05-2026 08:57pm |

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, in connection with an alleged money laundering scandal involving N500 billion. The agency's action follows an investigation into the financial activities of the Energy Commission, which reportedly raised suspicions of large-scale financial misconduct. Dr. Abdullahi's detention is part of the EFCC's ongoing efforts to combat corruption and financial crimes within government agencies. Further details regarding the investigation and any potential charges have yet to be disclosed.

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