The Digest:
The ICPC has confirmed it will continue investigating former NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed despite Aliko Dangote’s withdrawal of a corruption petition. The agency cites statutory duty and public interest, a reminder that some storms are too big to withdraw from.
Key Points :
- ICPC received a formal withdrawal from Dangote’s lawyer in January 2026.
- Dangote had accused Ahmed of embezzlement and living above his means.
- The petition claimed that Ahmed spent over $7 million on children’s education in Switzerland.
- Ahmed denied allegations, calling them “wild and spurious.”
- ICPC stated investigations began before withdrawal and will continue.
- The probe is based on legal powers under Sections 3(14) and 27(3).
- The dispute dates back to 2024, with remarks on local refinery product quality.
Sources: Channels Television
