The Unbiased Corrupt Practices and Different Associated Offences Fee (ICPC) is ready to prosecute one Alkazim Kabir, also referred to as Abbati Kabiru Abuwa, a self-acclaimed journalist primarily based in Kano, over alleged involvement in a collection of fraudulent actions valued at about ₦14 million.
In an announcement issued on Wednesday, by Demola Bakare, the Fee’s spokesperson, the anti-corruption company disclosed that the choice to prosecute Kabir adopted a number of petitions from members of the general public who accused him of fraud, false illustration, and impersonation of prime authorities officers.
In response to ICPC investigations, Kabir allegedly posed as varied public figures, together with aides to the President and Vice President, in addition to members of the Nationwide Meeting to deceive unsuspecting victims and procure cash and valuables below false pretences.
The assertion revealed that in a single occasion, the suspect obtained $3,300 and 1,620 Saudi Riyals from two victims after claiming to be a Presidential and Vice-Presidential aide.
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Additional investigations additionally linked him to a number of circumstances of fraud related to worldwide spiritual travels.
Throughout a visit to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, he allegedly borrowed 11,000 Saudi Riyals from a fellow pilgrim however later despatched a cast financial institution receipt as proof of compensation.
Equally, Kabir was accused of issuing a faux switch receipt of ₦3.2 million to a journey agent who had helped him safe flight, resort, and prepare bookings for the journey.
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ICPC confirmed that prices have been filed in opposition to the suspect, and he will likely be arraigned earlier than a reliable court docket of legislation as soon as the case is assigned.
It additionally reaffirmed the Fee’s dedication to pursuing circumstances of impersonation and monetary fraud, warning the general public to stay vigilant and confirm the identities of people claiming to behave on behalf of presidency officers.
“The ICPC stays steadfast in guaranteeing that those that exploit the names and workplaces of public officers for fraudulent functions face the complete weight of the legislation,” the assertion added.
