Dangote urges EFCC to investigate ex-NMDPRA chief over alleged corruption
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Industries Limited, has formally petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate alleged corruption involving former NMDPRA boss Farouk Ahmed. The petition follows the withdrawal of a similar complaint from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Dangote alleges that Ahmed spent millions of dollars on his children's education in Switzerland and the US, raising questions about the source of the funds. The move is said to reflect Dangote’s commitment to transparency in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
TLDR
- Aliko Dangote filed a corruption petition with the EFCC against former NMDPRA chief Farouk Ahmed.
- The petition alleges Ahmed spent $5 million on his children's secondary education in Switzerland and another $2 million on tertiary education, including $210,000 for a 2025 Harvard MBA programme.
- On December 14, 2025, Dangote raised concerns about Ahmed's financial dealings and questioned the legitimacy of his income.
- Dangote withdrew a previous petition from the ICPC, aiming to accelerate prosecution through the EFCC.
- Ahmed resigned as NMDPRA head in December and has denied all allegations.
