Ex - NIMASA DG Resists Arrest, Bundled Away By EFCC

The former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Patrick Ziadeke Akpobolokemi, has been re-arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday.

Mr. Akpobolokemi is accused of diverting money worth N11 billion meant for the development of the proposed Nigeria Maritime University, Kurutie, Warri South Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State to his personal account and the accounts of his associates.

The arrest comes on the heels of the adjournment of Mr. Akpobolokemi’s trial for his alleged involvement in another fraud scandal, to the tune of N2.3 billion along with 5 other individuals.

According to SaharaReporters, The former DG’s most recent arrest was made as new evidence against him emerged showing that he diverted and stole N11 billion to himself and his associates. According to the EFCC, Mr. Akpobolokemi gained approval from former National Security Advisor (NSA) Sambo Dasuki to receive N13 billion for the development of Nigeria Maritime University. Mr. Dasuki has been at the center of an intense investigation over the past several months over arms contract scandals and money laundering offenses.

The arrest of the ex - NIMASA boss was caught on camera. The below footage shows Mr. Akpobolokemi attempting to resist his arrest by law enforcement officers.

Source: SaharaReporters