Abuja — ActionAid Nigeria has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and ensure an independent public review following allegations involving the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed.
The organisation said the move was necessary to reinforce accountability, transparency, and public confidence in governance institutions.
In a statement released in Abuja, the Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Dr Andrew Mamedu, stressed the importance of institutional integrity and timely responses that strengthen democratic governance nationwide.
Mamedu referenced media reports alleging foreign education expenses for four children of the NMDPRA boss, noting that the claims remain unproven. He urged calm, lawful scrutiny anchored in due process, fairness, and respect for all parties involved.
He called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to immediately commence a thorough, transparent investigation, with findings made public.
ActionAid Nigeria commended Alhaji Aliko Dangote for raising concerns responsibly, describing whistleblowing as a positive civic duty that strengthens accountability and democratic participation.
Mamedu emphasised the need to protect whistleblowers, describing them as vital partners in safeguarding public resources and promoting a culture where ethical conduct is rewarded and corruption discouraged.
He said the allegations offered an opportunity for broader governance reforms, including modest leadership standards, verifiable income declarations, and responsible stewardship of public office to reduce inequality and expand opportunities for Nigerians.
The organisation also highlighted ongoing petroleum supply challenges, calling for increased investment in functional local refineries to ensure fair pricing, energy security, reduced import dependence, and transparent market practices that benefit vulnerable citizens.
ActionAid Nigeria noted that ending impunity would strengthen democracy, restore trust in public institutions, and reaffirm public service as a platform for national development rather than personal enrichment.
The group further urged prompt clarification from the official concerned and advocated stronger asset declaration systems, verification processes, and public access to information to empower citizens and oversight institutions.
ActionAid concluded by calling on Nigerians to actively monitor public resources, engage institutions constructively, and sustain collective demands for accountability, fairness, and effective service delivery across all levels of government.
