Ibrahim magu news
Ibrahim Magu is a Nigerian police officer who has been in the news recently due to his controversy-laden tenure as the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Here are some recent news updates about him:
- Sack and Arrest: On July 7, 2020, President Muhammadu Buhari sacked Magu as the Acting Chairman of the EFCC and ordered his arrest. The President cited "gross misconduct" as the reason for his removal.
- Investigation: The Presidential Committee investigating Magu's activities at the EFCC submitted its report to President Buhari, which allegedly revealed that Magu had mismanaged funds and engaged in corrupt practices.
- Detention: Magu was detained at the Force Headquarters in Abuja after his arrest, pending further investigation. He was later transferred to the Department of State Services (DSS) for further questioning.
- Corruption Allegations: Magu has been accused of corruption and mismanagement of funds during his tenure at the EFCC. He has also been accused of buying a property worth N570 million in Abuja, which he allegedly claimed was a gift from a friend.
- Court Proceedings: Magu has been arraigned in court on charges of corruption and abuse of office. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges and is currently being held in custody pending the outcome of his trial.
- EFCC Under Magu: During Magu's tenure, the EFCC was criticized for its handling of high-profile corruption cases, including the alleged corruption scandal involving the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal.
- International Pressure: The international community, including the United States and the United Kingdom, has been monitoring the situation and has called for transparency and accountability in the investigation into Magu's activities.
These are some of the recent news updates about Ibrahim Magu. The situation is still unfolding, and more developments are expected in the coming days.