Over 100 Civil Society Organizations under the umbrella of Committee Against Oppression and Persecution, COMAP, have frowned at what they described as "the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's penchant for selective persecution of persons perceived to be in the bad books of certain political interests in the country." They have also asked if the former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje still have immunity years after leaving office as a governor.


They decried a situation where a certain set of people close to the current administration would be treated as untouchables even with already established fraud allegations running into billions of naira, while the EFCC unfairly treats those perceived to be in the bad books of these people by levelling unfair allegations and using the instrumentality of Federal power to turn the tide of the courts against them with impunity.

The activists made specific reference to the ongoing court case against a former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, whom they said had been indicted in an alleged bribery and multi-billion naira fraud scandal, and whom they claimed the EFCC had been allegedly shielding from prosecution.

They said the EFCC had, despite valid petitions of corruption against the former Kano Governor and reported request by the Kano government for a report on previous investigations the Commission had carried out on him, refused to look his way.

According to them, the Chairman of the Kano state Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCCAC), Muhuyi Magaji, also alleged that the agency had traced N51.3 billion allegedly diverted by Ganduje.

In a press statement issued by the CSOs, they observed that while they recognised the dangers that corruption in public and private spaces posed for Nigeria, a law enforcement agency must not jettison the concept of justice in the service of political aggrandizement.

According to them, Ganduje has not only shunned the court and arraignment about five times in the last few months, in his alleged corruption case at the Kano High Court, but has also seriously disrespected the courts and the Nigerian legal system by not even dignifying the courts with representation by Counsels.

COMAP, in the statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Ibrahim Kure; and Secretary, Barr. Udoji Franklin, said, "The Kano High Court was to arraign the former Kano Governor, Umaru Ganduje and his wife on April 17, 2024, over allegations of bribery and misappropriation of funds by the state government. Neither he nor his wife went to court. They also disrespected the court so much that they didn't send any Counsel.

"Matter was adjourned to 29th April but was stalled again. No representation, no appearance. Ganduje was not present. The case was again adjourned to May 16, and on that day, arraignment was rescheduled to June 5. Still, the former governor, who we are sure no longer as immunity and is not above the laws of Nigeria by virtue of being the Chairman of the ruling party, did not show up. No representation still. The last arraignment was supposed to be July 11.

"At the resumed proceedings on July 11, Ganduje and his co-defendants were again absent. The judge declined a prayer by the prosecution counsel for a warrant of arrest but ruled that the defendants could be tried in absentia. Remember, this is also a criminal case like the one the EFCC is celebrating everyday on another former two-term governor."

The CSOs called on President Bola Tinubu to save the image of corruption war in Nigeria and stop the EFCC from further deceiving Nigerians by unfairly castigating law abiding citizens, intimidating people perceived to have no godfathers and allowing established criminals to roam the streets with audacity at the expense of the country's image.

"We are in full support of Mr. President to turn this country around but he must be mindful of those plotting to terminate his rule after four years with unpopular actions. They have formed themselves into a cabal and will be the first set of people to betray him," COMAP claimed.

The Coalition recalled that, shortly after Kano State repealed its chieftaincy laws and reinstated a previously dethroned emir, believed to be close to former Governor Rabiu Kwakwanso, the EFCC, expectedly, immediately invited Kwankwaso officially, but could not follow up with an arrest when the latter obtained a restraining order preventing his arrest by the agency or others.

"In Yahaya Bello's case, EFCC shunned the laws of the system, treated him like a coup plotter without any official invitation and despite holding a valid restraining order against such, and the Commission thinks it has succeeded in turning Nigerians against him with daily misleading propaganda on their social media handles. Those who are not beclouded by politics and hate know this is deceit and not corruption fight," it stated.

According to COMAP, Ganduje is not different from the former Governor of Kogi State, as they were both two-term governors.

"Aside from Ganduje, there are many pending cases that the antigraft agency has tactically abandoned. We are aware that the N70bn money laundering allegation against Bello Matawalle, former Governor of Nasarawa State, is still pending though he has a restraining order against arrest.

"If the EFCC cannot engage in a just fight against corruption, starting from within its ranks, they should stop molesting vulnerable political figures. It is high time we saddled people with the real responsibilities of tackling corruption in Nigeria and not executing dangerous political survival strategies for paymasters," COMAP stated.

Source: https://dailytrust.com/group-accuses-efcc-of-molesting-vulnerable-politicians/

The EFCC should also persecute Gbajue, he has no immunity

Is EFCC afraid of that man or there is something we don't know?

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has confirmed the authenticity of the video showing the Kano State Governor, Umar Ganduje, allegedly receiving millions of dollars as bribe.

SATURDAY PUNCH gathered that forensic analysis of the video showing Ganduje receiving bribe from a contractor indicated that the video was not digitally cloned as claimed by some of his loyalists

https://punchng.com/political-considerations-stalling-ganduje-bribery-probe-investigation/

Hehehe! Gandollar Barawo! This is what we have been saying. Gandollar is simply following in the footsteps of his mentor and drug lord. A man with a well chronicled life of brazen criminality was criminally enthroned as the president of a nation then sane people expected the corrupt and corruption-by-default protégés around him not to see anti-graft war as a farcade and charade? A leader's sin is a leading sin.

Johnjames11:



Over 100 Civil Society Organizations under the umbrella of Committee Against Oppression and Persecution, COMAP, have frowned at what they described as "the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's penchant for selective persecution of persons perceived to be in the bad books of certain political interests in the country." They have also asked if the former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje still have immunity years after leaving office as a governor.


They decried a situation where a certain set of people close to the current administration would be treated as untouchables even with already established fraud allegations running into billions of naira, while the EFCC unfairly treats those perceived to be in the bad books of these people by levelling unfair allegations and using the instrumentality of Federal power to turn the tide of the courts against them with impunity.

The activists made specific reference to the ongoing court case against a former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, whom they said had been indicted in an alleged bribery and multi-billion naira fraud scandal, and whom they claimed the EFCC had been allegedly shielding from prosecution.

They said the EFCC had, despite valid petitions of corruption against the former Kano Governor and reported request by the Kano government for a report on previous investigations the Commission had carried out on him, refused to look his way.

According to them, the Chairman of the Kano state Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCCAC), Muhuyi Magaji, also alleged that the agency had traced N51.3 billion allegedly diverted by Ganduje.

In a press statement issued by the CSOs, they observed that while they recognised the dangers that corruption in public and private spaces posed for Nigeria, a law enforcement agency must not jettison the concept of justice in the service of political aggrandizement.

According to them, Ganduje has not only shunned the court and arraignment about five times in the last few months, in his alleged corruption case at the Kano High Court, but has also seriously disrespected the courts and the Nigerian legal system by not even dignifying the courts with representation by Counsels.

COMAP, in the statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Ibrahim Kure; and Secretary, Barr. Udoji Franklin, said, "The Kano High Court was to arraign the former Kano Governor, Umaru Ganduje and his wife on April 17, 2024, over allegations of bribery and misappropriation of funds by the state government. Neither he nor his wife went to court. They also disrespected the court so much that they didn't send any Counsel.

"Matter was adjourned to 29th April but was stalled again. No representation, no appearance. Ganduje was not present. The case was again adjourned to May 16, and on that day, arraignment was rescheduled to June 5. Still, the former governor, who we are sure no longer as immunity and is not above the laws of Nigeria by virtue of being the Chairman of the ruling party, did not show up. No representation still. The last arraignment was supposed to be July 11.

"At the resumed proceedings on July 11, Ganduje and his co-defendants were again absent. The judge declined a prayer by the prosecution counsel for a warrant of arrest but ruled that the defendants could be tried in absentia. Remember, this is also a criminal case like the one the EFCC is celebrating everyday on another former two-term governor."

The CSOs called on President Bola Tinubu to save the image of corruption war in Nigeria and stop the EFCC from further deceiving Nigerians by unfairly castigating law abiding citizens, intimidating people perceived to have no godfathers and allowing established criminals to roam the streets with audacity at the expense of the country's image.

"We are in full support of Mr. President to turn this country around but he must be mindful of those plotting to terminate his rule after four years with unpopular actions. They have formed themselves into a cabal and will be the first set of people to betray him," COMAP claimed.

The Coalition recalled that, shortly after Kano State repealed its chieftaincy laws and reinstated a previously dethroned emir, believed to be close to former Governor Rabiu Kwakwanso, the EFCC, expectedly, immediately invited Kwankwaso officially, but could not follow up with an arrest when the latter obtained a restraining order preventing his arrest by the agency or others.

"In Yahaya Bello's case, EFCC shunned the laws of the system, treated him like a coup plotter without any official invitation and despite holding a valid restraining order against such, and the Commission thinks it has succeeded in turning Nigerians against him with daily misleading propaganda on their social media handles. Those who are not beclouded by politics and hate know this is deceit and not corruption fight," it stated.

According to COMAP, Ganduje is not different from the former Governor of Kogi State, as they were both two-term governors.

"Aside from Ganduje, there are many pending cases that the antigraft agency has tactically abandoned. We are aware that the N70bn money laundering allegation against Bello Matawalle, former Governor of Nasarawa State, is still pending though he has a restraining order against arrest.

"If the EFCC cannot engage in a just fight against corruption, starting from within its ranks, they should stop molesting vulnerable political figures. It is high time we saddled people with the real responsibilities of tackling corruption in Nigeria and not executing dangerous political survival strategies for paymasters," COMAP stated.

Source: https://dailytrust.com/group-accuses-efcc-of-molesting-vulnerable-politicians/

The law is for the poor in Nigeria

What is the difference btw money Ganduje stole n the one by Peter Obi or does Peter obi still have immunity.

Johnjames11:


Source: https://dailytrust.com/group-accuses-efcc-of-molesting-vulnerable-politicians/

Racoon:
Hehehe! Gandollar Barawo!

Big Barawo

.

The kickback Ganduje collected is it same kickback Peter Pandora Obi collect here which he admitted with hisnown mouth.

I wonder why igbos like you are not calling for his arrest but you have enough hypocrisy bigotry n tribalism to call for the arrested Ganduje.

Johnjames11:

Source: https://dailytrust.com/group-accuses-efcc-of-molesting-vulnerable-politicians/

To the lunatics n bastards that will query why didn't I go to EFCC pls ask your Igbo tribesmen why he is on Nairaland n not at EFCC office before asking me any questions.

The real immunity in Nigeria is a hefty bribe.

Arrest Ganduje now!

Immunity or not, Ganduje's legacy will continue to shine. His contributions to the state are what truly matter, and the people will always remember the positive changes he initiated. Let's focus on the impact rather than the politics!

EcoNews:
What is the difference btw money Ganduje stole n the one by Peter Obi or does Peter obi still have immunity.

And your sense didnt tell you it is monumental shame and disgrace for the all encaste- corruption ridden Buhari and Tinubu hypocritical anti-corruption fighting government have no dossier on Peter Obi let alone to arrest or prosecute him?

Of all the former governors, where have you seen Peter Obi being invited, detained, investigated, prosecuted or indicted for corruption by the NFIU, EFCC, ICPC, DSS, NPF?

Johnjames11:



Over 100 Civil Society Organizations under the umbrella of Committee Against Oppression and Persecution, COMAP, have frowned at what they described as "the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's penchant for selective persecution of persons perceived to be in the bad books of certain political interests in the country." They have also asked if the former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje still have immunity years after leaving office as a governor.


They decried a situation where a certain set of people close to the current administration would be treated as untouchables even with already established fraud allegations running into billions of naira, while the EFCC unfairly treats those perceived to be in the bad books of these people by levelling unfair allegations and using the instrumentality of Federal power to turn the tide of the courts against them with impunity.

The activists made specific reference to the ongoing court case against a former Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, whom they said had been indicted in an alleged bribery and multi-billion naira fraud scandal, and whom they claimed the EFCC had been allegedly shielding from prosecution.

They said the EFCC had, despite valid petitions of corruption against the former Kano Governor and reported request by the Kano government for a report on previous investigations the Commission had carried out on him, refused to look his way.

According to them, the Chairman of the Kano state Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCCAC), Muhuyi Magaji, also alleged that the agency had traced N51.3 billion allegedly diverted by Ganduje.

In a press statement issued by the CSOs, they observed that while they recognised the dangers that corruption in public and private spaces posed for Nigeria, a law enforcement agency must not jettison the concept of justice in the service of political aggrandizement.

According to them, Ganduje has not only shunned the court and arraignment about five times in the last few months, in his alleged corruption case at the Kano High Court, but has also seriously disrespected the courts and the Nigerian legal system by not even dignifying the courts with representation by Counsels.

COMAP, in the statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Ibrahim Kure; and Secretary, Barr. Udoji Franklin, said, "The Kano High Court was to arraign the former Kano Governor, Umaru Ganduje and his wife on April 17, 2024, over allegations of bribery and misappropriation of funds by the state government. Neither he nor his wife went to court. They also disrespected the court so much that they didn't send any Counsel.

"Matter was adjourned to 29th April but was stalled again. No representation, no appearance. Ganduje was not present. The case was again adjourned to May 16, and on that day, arraignment was rescheduled to June 5. Still, the former governor, who we are sure no longer as immunity and is not above the laws of Nigeria by virtue of being the Chairman of the ruling party, did not show up. No representation still. The last arraignment was supposed to be July 11.

"At the resumed proceedings on July 11, Ganduje and his co-defendants were again absent. The judge declined a prayer by the prosecution counsel for a warrant of arrest but ruled that the defendants could be tried in absentia. Remember, this is also a criminal case like the one the EFCC is celebrating everyday on another former two-term governor."

The CSOs called on President Bola Tinubu to save the image of corruption war in Nigeria and stop the EFCC from further deceiving Nigerians by unfairly castigating law abiding citizens, intimidating people perceived to have no godfathers and allowing established criminals to roam the streets with audacity at the expense of the country's image.

"We are in full support of Mr. President to turn this country around but he must be mindful of those plotting to terminate his rule after four years with unpopular actions. They have formed themselves into a cabal and will be the first set of people to betray him," COMAP claimed.

The Coalition recalled that, shortly after Kano State repealed its chieftaincy laws and reinstated a previously dethroned emir, believed to be close to former Governor Rabiu Kwakwanso, the EFCC, expectedly, immediately invited Kwankwaso officially, but could not follow up with an arrest when the latter obtained a restraining order preventing his arrest by the agency or others.

"In Yahaya Bello's case, EFCC shunned the laws of the system, treated him like a coup plotter without any official invitation and despite holding a valid restraining order against such, and the Commission thinks it has succeeded in turning Nigerians against him with daily misleading propaganda on their social media handles. Those who are not beclouded by politics and hate know this is deceit and not corruption fight," it stated.

According to COMAP, Ganduje is not different from the former Governor of Kogi State, as they were both two-term governors.

"Aside from Ganduje, there are many pending cases that the antigraft agency has tactically abandoned. We are aware that the N70bn money laundering allegation against Bello Matawalle, former Governor of Nasarawa State, is still pending though he has a restraining order against arrest.

"If the EFCC cannot engage in a just fight against corruption, starting from within its ranks, they should stop molesting vulnerable political figures. It is high time we saddled people with the real responsibilities of tackling corruption in Nigeria and not executing dangerous political survival strategies for paymasters," COMAP stated.

Source: https://dailytrust.com/group-accuses-efcc-of-molesting-vulnerable-politicians/

Like I saw a Twitter trend calling EFCC to arrest this man yesterday or so.

Barawo

Chinkoalhaji34:
Immunity or not, Ganduje's legacy will continue to shine. His contributions to the state are what truly matter, and the people will always remember the positive changes he initiated. Let's focus on the impact rather than the politics!

No wonder Tinubu was cleared of all allegations of corruption by an equally corrupt judiciary in the most shameless, ridiculous and lawless way ever seem in history. But know that the criminal precedence has been set. You will feel the ripple effect.

Behold the Judgement Justice HARUANA TSAMANI delivered which affirmed the sham election victory of Tinubu.

1. "Since Tinubu can enter the US, he has committed no offence or crime in the US" - Justice Haruna S Tsamani

2. "If you commit a crime, it will no longer count against you after 10yrs" - Justice Haruna S Tsamani

3. "The $460,000 forfeiture being a proceed of Narcotics is to Tinubu's account and not to his person" - Justice Haruna S Tsamani

4. "The BVAS was only meant for verification and accreditation of voters and not meant to be used to transmit the result to the INEC iREV" - Justice Haruna S Tsamani

5. "Proving an election irregularities in a tribunal is not as easy just like an English man taking his Coffee" - Justice Haruna S Tsamani

6. "Because Kashim Shetima did not intentionally allowed himself to be nominated twice, his double nomination cannot be used against him as a reason for disqualification" - Justice Haruna S Tsamani

Your Igbo sense did tell you it is monumental shame and disgrace for the Obasanjo Yardua and Ebele anti-corruption fighting government have no dossier on Tinubu let alone to arrest or prosecute him?

Of all the former governors, where have you seen Peter Obi being invited, detained, investigated, prosecuted or indicted for corruption by the NFIU, EFCC, ICPC, DSS, NPF?

Racoon:
No wonder Tinubu was cleared of all allegations of corruption by an equally corrupt judiciary;

EcoNews:
What is the difference btw money Ganduje stole n the one by Peter Obi or does Peter obi still have immunity.

Show your evidence of where Peter Obi has ever been accused of stealing money.

Someone that left enough money in the pocket of the state while leaving office?

Continue lying to yourself

Racoon:
And your sense didnt tell you it is monumental shame and disgrace for the all encaste- corruption ridden Buhari and Tinubu hypocritical anti-corruption fighting government have no dossier on Peter Obi let alone to arrest or prosecute him?

Of all the former governors, where have you seen Peter Obi being invited, detained, investigated, prosecuted or indicted for corruption by the NFIU, EFCC, ICPC, DSS, NPF?

EFCC is part of the problems of this country.

With the video evidence, the man is allowed to be walking about freely

EcoNews:
Continue lying to yourself

And what was the outcome? Detention, prosecution, conviction, jail or CCB trial that Tinubu used former VP Osinbajo and technicality to escape conviction Talk now?

Evidence that is ready available all over social media. Here is Obiano holding press conference to declared the debt Peter Pandora Obi left


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZr7AWrTX6U?feature=shared

If you need more prove tell me. I should send you photos of Obi inside kirikiri, clown.

nanaoyiza:


Show your evidence of where Peter Obi has ever been accused of stealing money.

Someone that left enough money in the pocket of the state while leaving office?

EcoNews:
Your Igbo sense did tell you it is monumental shame and disgrace for the Obasanjo Yardua and Ebele anti-corruption fighting government have no dossier on Tinubu let alone to arrest or prosecute him?

They have! Even Nuhu Ribadu that has fully embraced Tinubu today declared that Tinubu corruption is of monumental proportion.

NO !!!!

But APC Government of disaster and Calamity is Protecting him now

It’s time to act. Hold Ganduje accountable for his actions. **#EFCCProbeGandujeNow**

While Peter Peter Obi escaped is by jumping from APGA PDP n labour.

As your foolish head no get sense today you get get sense by force.

Racoon:
And what was the outcome? Detention, prosecution, conviction, jail or CCB trial that Tinubu used former VP Osinbajo and technicality to escape conviction Talk now?

Justice delayed is justice denied. Probe Ganduje without further delay.

What is the difference btw the kickback obi collected from the one Ganduje collected

GreenxGreen:
NO !!!!
But APC Government of disaster and Calamity is Protecting him now

But they should not probe Peter Pandora Obi ba ?!

Jonah2022:
Justice delayed is justice denied. Probe Ganduje without further delay.

udo2022:
It’s time to act. Hold Ganduje accountable for his actions. **#EFCCProbeGandujeNow**

Owoicho4040:
They should add arresting of Ganduje to the demand list for the upcoming protest

They should add arresting of Ganduje to the demand list for the upcoming protest

You igbos can only tarnish politicians from other tribe when I am not on Nairaland.

This thread is a failed thread as it expose Peter Obi criminality more than Ganduje so have your co-fools create another.

Racoon:
They have! Even Nuhu Ribadu that has fully embraced Tinubu today declared that Tinubu corruption is of monumental proportion.

EFCC is whining us

EFCC is a joke.


APC should not protect Ganduje. The party might go down with him.

Ganduje is one of the most corrupt politicians in Nigeria