An individual was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Ikeja court following claims that Muhammadu Buhari shortlisted him for Chief of Army Staff.
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
An individual was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Ikeja court following claims that Muhammadu Buhari shortlisted him for Chief of Army Staff.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Muhammadu Buhari
former President of Nigeria from 1983 to 1985 and 2015 to 2025 (born 1942–2025)
- EFCC is investigating fraud linked to Muhammadu Buhari's administration, alongside a motion seeking renegotiation of an air services agreement.
- The political status of Muhammadu Buhari is being discussed, including the successful 2015 presidential election, challenges to interim orders regarding his sacking, and his role in the APC leadership structure.
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Nigerian Army
land warfare branch of Nigeria's military
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Economic and Financial Crimes Commission
anti-graft agency in Nigeria
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