EFCC has reopened an investigation into Atiku Abubakar following fresh petition by Ex-Lawmaker.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reopened an investigation into allegations involving former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar following a petition filed by former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma.
The commission acknowledged receipt of the petition, dated August 27, 2026, and received on September 1, 2026, confirming that an investigation had commenced.
Agbonayinma, through his lawyer, Chief Hannibal Uwaifo (SAN), is seeking a review of allegations arising from an earlier investigation involving the former vice-president.
As part of the ongoing process, the EFCC invited the former lawmaker to its headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, on October 12, 2026, to adopt his petition and respond to questions from investigators.
He arrived at approximately 9:58 a.m. and departed at about 4:07 p.m. after the interview.
The commission’s acknowledgement letter, referenced CR:3000/EFCC/HQ/SDC-2/VOL.3/398, forms part of the ongoing investigative process.
Speaking with journalists after the engagement, Agbonayinma said his petition was intended to revisit an investigation conducted during the tenure of former EFCC chairman, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, involving Atiku.
He argued that the matter deserved renewed attention in the interest of accountability and the rule of law.
“I want to thank Nigerians, the EFCC and those praying for me in this struggle. The laws are meant for both the rich and the poor. After the EFCC has done a fantastic job, it should not be kept under the table,” he said.
The former lawmaker maintained that reporting alleged wrongdoing was part of his constitutional responsibility, stressing that no individual should be considered above the law.
Agbonayinma also disclosed that he had submitted a petition on the matter to United States President Donald Trump, seeking attention to the allegations.
The development places renewed focus on the allegations involving the former vice-president and the EFCC’s handling of the petition.
However, the reopening of the investigation does not in itself establish wrongdoing by Atiku Abubakar. The allegations remain subject to investigation, and any findings would depend on the evidence examined by the commission.
As of the time of filing this report, no findings from the renewed investigation had been disclosed in the information available for this report.
