The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Professor Usman Yusuf, a former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), over alleged financial misconduct.
The EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrest in a phone interview with Channels Television on Wednesday. According to Oyewale, EFCC operatives carried out a raid at Yusuf’s residence before taking him into custody.
Reports indicate that Professor Yusuf will be arraigned on Thursday, January 30, 2025. His arrest follows a petition submitted to the previous administration under former President Muhammadu Buhari and the Federal Ministry of Health, detailing allegations of fraud and misconduct.
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Professor Yusuf was dismissed from his role in 2019 after a fact-finding panel, established by the Federal Ministry of Health, found him guilty of mismanaging N919 million. The panel had recommended his dismissal, leading to his removal by the Buhari administration.
The EFCC’s action marks another high-profile arrest in its ongoing anti-corruption efforts within the public sector. Further updates on Yusuf’s arraignment and court proceedings are expected as the case unfolds.
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