ICPC arrests NSCDC deputy commandant Adam Yusuf over alleged corruption

Adam Yusuf, the Deputy Commandant of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps in Kogi State, was detained by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission on suspicion of corruption.

ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare said in a statement released on Friday that Yusuf, who had been eluding police, had been caught at his home in Gwagwalada, Abuja, and would now be prosecuted. 

According to the commission, its agents discovered a complex plot purportedly planned by former Brigadier General Ishaya Bauka Gangum and retired Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Usman Jibrin. 

The plan allegedly entailed the unlawful diversion of more than N3 billion in public monies through 92 bogus companies, according to the ICPC.

The statement read, “Investigations by the ICPC uncovered a sophisticated scheme allegedly masterminded by retired Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Usman Jibrin, alongside former Brigadier General Ishaya Bauka Gangum.

“The scheme reportedly involved the illegal diversion of over N3 billion in public funds through 92 fictitious companies, none of which were registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

“Further investigations led authorities to trace the laundered funds to companies such as Lahab Integrated and Gate Coast Properties, among others. The illicit proceeds were allegedly used to acquire over 18 properties, including multiple filling stations.

“So far, four of these properties have been forfeited to the government, while legal proceedings are ongoing regarding the rest. The ICPC has also vowed to intensify efforts to track down other suspects still at large.”

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