The Code of Conduct Bureau confirmed ongoing investigations into former ministers, serving senior officials, and other public office holders at federal and state levels.
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The chairman of the bureau, Dr. Abubakar Bello, disclosed that the investigations are currently underway and involve both past and present public officers. He explained that some cases have already reached the courts, while others are still being examined. According to him, the bureau has chosen not to release names because the matters are active and conclusions have not been reached.
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He said the probes are part of the bureau’s duty to ensure that public officers comply with asset declaration laws. He explained that officers are required to declare their assets at the beginning and end of their service, and any sudden or unexplained rise in wealth usually leads to investigation. He added that petitions and complaints from members of the public also form the basis for some of the cases being handled.
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Dr. Bello noted that the bureau has secured interim court orders in some matters, allowing it to seize assets and recover funds linked to misconduct. He said recoveries have been made in cases involving local government chairmen and senior officials at the state level. He added that all actions taken by the bureau follow legal procedures and are not driven by political interests or public pressure.
Responding to concerns about selective enforcement, the chairman said the bureau adopts a risk-based approach because of limited resources. He explained that priority is often given to cases involving high-ranking and high-risk officials in order to make effective use of available manpower and funds.
He also said plans are underway to move asset declaration processes online. According to him, the move will improve record checks, speed up investigations, and support prosecution efforts as the bureau continues its role in Nigeria’s fight against corruption.
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