Nigeria’s Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) has commenced investigations into seven individuals, including former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and former Senate Presidents Bukola Saraki and David Mark, over allegations involving undeclared offshore assets and business interests while in public office.
The inquiry follows information related to the Panama Papers and Pandora Papers, international investigations that documented the use of offshore companies by wealthy individuals and public figures. The allegations remain under investigation and are not findings of wrongdoing.
Key Highlights
- The CCB has assigned case officers to investigate seven individuals named in the Panama Papers and Pandora Papers.
- Those named include Peter Obi, Bukola Saraki, David Mark, Stella Oduah, James Ibori, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha and Stella Ogene.
- The allegations concern offshore assets, foreign bank accounts and business interests during public service.
- The bureau may extend its investigations to other Nigerians identified in the leaked documents.
- The CCB says its review is ongoing and has declined to disclose confidential details.
