May 12, 2026

BREAKING! Senate Rejects Ibrahim Magu’s Nomination as EFCC Chairman

By Farouk Mohammed

The confirmation of Ibrahim Magu as chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has witnessed new twist as majority of senators have rejected his nomination.

Acting EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Magu

A tweet from the senate, revealed that Magu’s confirmation may be in doubt after majority of the senate in session have rejected his nomination.

Magu revealed before the senate his commitment to continue to fight corruption, he also stated that before Senator Dino Melaye (who questioned Magu’s integrity) became a senator, they were both friends and fought corruption together.

See the DSS Letter that led to his rejection:

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