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DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by boman2014: 8:45am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Another security report cleared Ibrahim Magu for confirmation as Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman, it was learnt yesterday. The Department of State Services (DSS) sent two reports to the Senate, which did not screen Magu but “rejected” his nomination. The DSS letter clearing Magu for consideration, dated October 3, 2016, was sent to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters, Senator Ita Enang. Although the letter accused Magu of some infractions, it said the Senate could give Magu the benefit of the doubt. The Nation stumbled on the letter, which reads: “Following the receipt if the aforementioned request, subject was thoroughly screened. ”Investigation revealed that Magu is currently occupying a residence rented for N40m at N20m per annum. This accommodation was not paid from the commission’s finances but by one Air Commodore (name withheld), a questionable businessman and an ally of the subject who has subsequently been arrested by the service.” The DSS, in the letter, also said its investigation revealed that Magu “parades a twin personality as an anti-corruption Czar and an ally of a corrupt man.” But the letter recommended that Magu be considered for the office. It added: “In the light of the ongoing, Magu’s integrity may be in doubt. Nonetheless, in view of his-achievements since assumption of office in acting capacity, it may be expedient to give him benefit of doubt and be considered.” The two letters were sent to the Senate on the same date through the Acting Clerk to the National Assembly, Mohammed Sani-Omolori and Enang. “We sensed that something was wrong because such letters ought to be addressed to the President of the Senate. It was also strange that the letters came to the Senate through two channels. This is not our procedure.” The two letters have sparked a big row in the Senate, with some senators collecting signatures to remove Senate Leader Ali Ndume. A source said: “There is a cold war in the Senate because some Senators were not aware of the letter which recommended Magu’s consideration. “The aggrieved senators also suspected some hidden agenda because only the letter which indicted Magu as unfit for the office was released to the public. “Some anti-Magu senators were said to be unhappy with Ndume’s support for Magu which they consider not in tandem with the position of the Senate rejecting his nomination. “A crisis of confidence has erupted and the anti-Magu senators last night were compiling the ‘sins’ of Ndume in order to pass a vote of no confidence on him by collecting impeachment signatures. “But those sympathetic to Ndume said it will be impossible to remove the Senate Leader because he enjoys tremendous goodwill in the Senate.” A Senator said: “What else do they want Ndume to do? He is a Senator from Borno State and the man we are talking about is also from the state. He cannot fold his arms. “Some Senators don’t even know that Ndume is just being patriotic. Magu is from the majority Kanuri ethnic group. Ndume is from a minority ethnic group in the state. “If Ndume wants to be selfish, he would just distance himself from the travails of anyone from the majority ethnic group.” Presidential Assistant Enang said last night he would not want to be drawn into the issue. He told our correspondent on the telephone: “I don’t want to descend into the arena because whatever I say will deepen the controversy. “My job is that of a liaison officer and I want to stick to that role.” Disturbed by the intrigues over Magu’s fate, some donor agencies, anti-graft war partners and foreign missions are anxious over the anti-graft war’s future. Most of the donor agencies, partners and foreign missions are said to favour Magu’s retention. The intrigues have heightened in the Presidency. Although those against Magu are said to be losing out in the last 48 hours, they have not given up. Most of the donor agencies, partners and foreign missions are disturbed about the scandal woven around Magu, whose rejection without “fair hearing” was also rated by some of them as “political.” A government source said: “The Presidency will resolve this challenge at hand in EFCC soon.” A source said: “The AGF is already working on the Senate Committee’s report and DSS reports on Magu. His advisory might guide the government accordingly.” Some of the donor agencies and partners that have collaborated with the EFCC include United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), US Justice Department, the DFID, FBI, the National Crime Agency( NCA), the Metropolitan Police, the Interpol, City of London police, Serious Organized Crime Agency(SOCA), UK-sponsored Justice 4 All (J4ALL) , the Commonwealth Secretariat, the Western Australia Police and some foreign missions. The UNODC project led to the treatment of more than 5000 petitions, 400 convictions and the recovery of about $6.5billion proceeds of crimes. A diplomatic source, who spoke in confidence with our correspondent, said: “We are all worried that each time your country takes a step forward to fight corruption, you end up going 10 steps backward. Your anti-corruption war is laced with bitter politics. “Most of us have opened desks to monitor what will become of the Acting Chairman of EFCC, Mr. Ibrahim Magu whom we have all worked with. “We, however, recognise that it is purely your internal affair which we cannot dabble in. “Some of us have sought clarifications from some people in government and the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC). “ All we need is a fair and just process on all issues affecting the war against corruption in your country. But the way things are going, it is a bit unclear.” Another source from a foreign mission said: “We have worked closely with Magu and naturally, we have some anxiety on what next. “Some donor agencies and missions have invested a lot in assisting anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria, especially EFCC, but there is always instability. “For instance, in the last 12 years, you have had four people managing the EFCC. We are all watching events before drawing our conclusions. “All I know is that the attitude of Nigeria towards tackling corruption might define its relationship with some countries.” A source in PACAC said: “We have been receiving enquiries from some foreign missions and international agencies.” Some of the assistance to EFCC are as follows: *The US Federal Bureau of Investigation(FBI) donation of a forensic work station, titled F.R. E.D (Forensic Recovery of Evidence Device). * The payment of forensic accountant that assisted the EFCC to uncover those accused in the fuel subsidy fraud. *Joint tactical and operational activities like collaboration with the Interpol, City of London police, Serious Organised Crime Agency(SOCA). * NCA collaboration with EFCC to probe the oil sector during the tenure of a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison- Madueke. *Ongoing MoU between EFCC and Western Australia Police to combat internet fraud and money laundering. http://www.thenationonlineng.net/dss-senate-another-report-give-magu-chance/ 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by amnesty7: 8:49am On Dec 20, 2016 |
See how they are trivializing a highly important matter and office. Jokes everywhere. 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Benikuuse(m): 8:55am On Dec 20, 2016 |
nigeria and unseriousness. how will this dss be playing this kind of game 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Nobody: 9:01am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Moreoffaith(m): 9:01am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Ok...if una son act the film finish make I know, Useless set of people. 1 Like |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by fmlala: 9:03am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Whoever signed the indicted reports should be sacked |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Ajusshi: 9:03am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Magu don go settle Duara Secret Service 7 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by philchudi: 9:04am On Dec 20, 2016 |
A have nothing serious to say |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by fortunechy(m): 9:05am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Abeg if ur village na dat type wey u go need to climb Udara/
Agbalumo, coconut orange or mango tree 2 get network,abeg
wish me merry xmas now o b4 u travel ooooh!!!... |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Ajusshi: 9:05am On Dec 20, 2016 |
amnesty7:Trivia...wating? The guy don settle, make senate clear him joor |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Ijaya123: 9:06am On Dec 20, 2016 |
All these attack on Magu will not stand. If the Senate had its way, they will prefer we do not have EFCC at all. Bunch of corrupt people. #IStandWithMagu. 9 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by OBAGADAFFI: 9:06am On Dec 20, 2016 |
The only difference between the two letters is the recommendation to give him benefit of doubt. DSS did not clear him of the allegations. 7 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by ayindejimmy(m): 9:07am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Why did the Senate hid one letter and read the other? |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by baybeeboi: 9:07am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Has he now moved out of the 40million naira rented house? How about the other allegations first leveled against hi,? 7 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by richidinho(m): 9:08am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Magu has gone to obtain a black mkt report from a corrupt DSS official abi? We dey watch! 7 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Miles300: 9:08am On Dec 20, 2016 |
That's how they fight corruption ! Give him a chance ... This is why nigeria will remain in a cycle 7 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Nobody: 9:08am On Dec 20, 2016 |
paddy paddy government...when corruption is in the family, we should forgive and forget when it is in the opposition, we have media trials and screaming headlies..God deliver us from this useless government 10 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by masterpiece86: 9:08am On Dec 20, 2016 |
This is just pure politics between executive and legislature in one hand and fight of supremacy between SSS and NSA. We saw this battle coming all along and have read on this platform a number of times about the power play between Lawal Daura, Manguno and Abba Kyari for and against Magi The bottom line is...all these is drawned battle is for their selfish interest and not for the national interest and Nigeria as a whole. We still have a long way to go in this country...!! 1 Like |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by hismerhill(m): 9:08am On Dec 20, 2016 |
I remember Sahara reporters once reported a likely plot like dis, nairalanders called dem all sort of names but it's sad to see we forget easily dis days. But seriously dere are some pple in Aso rock who feels dey are d president boss, if u don't play by dere rules and u wont get what u deserve as far as dis administration is concerned. Let's keep our fingers cross as we watch things unfold... |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by sapientia(m): 9:10am On Dec 20, 2016 |
ok... he finally settled you guys.. Chai... ike agwugom.... i give up. |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by ItsawrapOutfit: 9:11am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Another report? Primary report Secondary report Waiting for the Tertiary report 1 Like |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by hotice01: 9:12am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Magu has gone to beg! Corruption(Magu) fighting back! I weep for my Country! The anti corruption campaign is a huge charade. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by TrueHeart365(m): 9:12am On Dec 20, 2016 |
who heads dss? who is their oga at the very aso rock top? buhari is fighting corruption. |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by seguno2: 9:13am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Meaning- give CORRUPT Magu a chance to fight corruption! Funny country led by a funny pretender. A policeman stays in a N40 million house! The same policeman flies 1st class on Lesser Hajj!! In a country where minimum wage is N18,000!!! CORRUPTION that stinks to high heavens. 6 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by seguno2: 9:16am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Ijaya123: Will the APC governors who steal our money like crazy and cannot pay ordinary salary and pensions, prefer to have EFCC? |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Dc4life(m): 9:17am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Hmmmm. I keep on wondering if PMB actually wanted Magu on the post, he should have sent his name to the Senate much earlier. It took several months and it was only when the vice-president was in an acting capacity that his name was sent. It showed that the president was not comfortable with him and some other persons used his absence through the Vice-president to send it to the Senate. The whole drama is just unfolding. Stay blessed 3 Likes |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by wildchild1: 9:19am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Ajusshi: Olodo, next time open your eyes and read well, the letter was dated 3rd October. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by seguno2: 9:20am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Ajusshi: Who did he settle? I thought that he is supposed to be fighting corruption? Has that CHANGEd also? |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by eezeribe(m): 9:21am On Dec 20, 2016 |
OK |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by seguno2: 9:22am On Dec 20, 2016 |
wildchild1: If it is dated 3rd October, then it must be FAKE. When was he requested to be considered by the senate? Before or after 3rd October? 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: DSS To Senate In Another Report: Give Magu Chance by Realdeals(m): 9:24am On Dec 20, 2016 |
Buhari is obviously not in charge, how can he allow this public show of shame between DSS and EFCC. Two agency under the Presidency. 2 Likes |
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