The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly reopened an investigation into allegations involving former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar following a petition by former House of Representatives member, Hon. Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma.
Agbonayinma disclosed that the commission acknowledged his petition, dated August 27, 2026, and received on September 1, confirming that investigative steps had commenced.
The former lawmaker, through his lawyer, Chief Hannibal Uwaifo (SAN), is seeking a review of allegations examined during an earlier investigation involving Atiku.
As part of the process, the EFCC invited Agbonayinma to its headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, on October 12 to formally adopt his petition and answer questions from investigators.
He reportedly arrived at about 9:58 a.m. and left around 4:07 p.m. after the interview.
The commission’s acknowledgement letter, referenced CR:3000/EFCC/HQ/SDC-2/VOL.3/398, was cited as evidence of the petition’s receipt and the ongoing process.
Speaking to journalists, Agbonayinma said his petition sought to revisit an investigation conducted under former EFCC chairman Nuhu Ribadu.
He argued that the allegations deserved renewed scrutiny in the interest of accountability, transparency and the rule of law.
“I want to thank Nigerians, the EFCC and those praying for me in this struggle. The laws are meant for both the rich and the poor. After the EFCC has done a fantastic job, it should not be kept under the table,” he said.
Agbonayinma maintained that reporting alleged wrongdoing was part of his constitutional responsibility, insisting that no individual should be above the law.
He also disclosed that he had petitioned United States President Donald Trump, urging him to pay attention to the allegations.
The reported reopening represents a fresh development in the former lawmaker’s effort to secure a review of the earlier matter.
However, the allegations against Atiku remain unproven. The reported receipt of the petition and the investigative steps involving Agbonayinma do not, in themselves, establish wrongdoing by the former vice-president.
