The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has directed the arrest of former Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, following his failure to appear before lawmakers investigating audit issues linked to the state energy company.
The committee is reviewing audit observations covering NNPCL operations between 2017 and 2023, including questions surrounding transactions reportedly valued at more than N210 trillion. Lawmakers said Kyari was invited to provide explanations on the audit findings but did not honour the summons.
According to Vanguard, the committee expressed concern over his absence and instructed the appropriate authorities to ensure his appearance. Senators said the investigation forms part of efforts to promote accountability and transparency in the management of public resources.
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