Former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari, on Wednesday spoke out after facing hours of questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Abuja.
Kyari, who arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Jabi around 2:15 p.m., was grilled over allegations of conspiracy, abuse of office, and money laundering during his tenure.
Speaking briefly to journalists after the session, he said: “I have done my part; the EFCC must do theirs. When each of us does our duty, without fear or favour, with honour, respect, and commitment, Nigeria moves forward.”
The EFCC is probing Kyari following a petition dated April 24 by a civil society group, Guardians of Democracy and Rule of Law, accusing him of financial misconduct.
As part of the investigation, the anti-graft agency sought a court order to freeze bank accounts allegedly linked to the former oil boss. In August, Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, ordered a temporary freeze on four Jaiz Bank accounts connected to Kyari.
While the EFCC had requested a 60-day freeze, the court granted a 30-day order with an option for renewal. Justice Nwite said: “I have listened to the counsel for the applicant and examined the affidavit evidence with the exhibits attached. I find this application meritorious and hereby grant it as prayed.”
The court adjourned the matter to September 23 for a progress report on the probe.
According to an affidavit filed by EFCC investigator Amin Abdullahi, the petition alleged that Kyari used his office to engage in conspiracy and money laundering.
Kyari, who oversaw the transition of NNPC into NNPCL and remained in office after its commercialisation, left the position in July 2025.