EFCC Arrests Energy Commission DG Mustapha Abdullahi Over Alleged ₦500bn Fraud

EFCC Arrests Energy Commission DG

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, over alleged money laundering offences involving over ₦500 billion. (Vanguard News)

According to reports, Abdullahi was arrested in Abuja on Wednesday and is currently in EFCC custody as investigations continue. (TheCable)

Sources within the anti-graft agency alleged that the case involves massive financial transactions currently under investigation. (The Whistler Newspaper)

EFCC Yet to Release Full Official Statement

As of the time of filing this report, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale had not issued a detailed official statement regarding the allegations against the Energy Commission boss. (TheCable)

However, multiple Nigerian media platforms confirmed the arrest through sources within the commission. (Punch Newspapers)

Who Is Mustapha Abdullahi?

Mustapha Abdullahi was appointed Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria by President Bola Tinubu in October 2023. (Wikipedia)

Before his appointment, he reportedly worked in various technical and government roles related to engineering, energy, and research development. (Wikipedia)

Arrest Comes Amid Anti-Corruption Crackdown

The arrest comes shortly after the conviction of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, in a separate corruption case involving billions of naira linked to power projects. (Reuters)

The latest development has intensified conversations around corruption, public accountability, and financial transparency in Nigeria’s public sector.

Verified Sources

• Punch Newspapers
• Vanguard Nigeria
• TheCable
• BusinessDay Nigeria
• Tribune Online