The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has successfully prosecuted Mr. Christopher Oluchukwu, a commandant with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), for his involvement in an employment scam.
ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare announced the conviction, stating that Oluchukwu was found guilty of receiving money from individuals under pretenses of securing jobs for their children with the NSCDC. The case, filed at the Katsina State High Court 3, saw Oluchukwu convicted on all nine counts and sentenced to five years imprisonment without the option of a fine.
Meanwhile, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is investigating ten senior NSCDC officers, including Commandant General Ahmed Audi, over alleged involvement in a N7.5 billion fraud scheme. The EFCC has invited the indicted officers for questioning, with the investigation revealing links to several contractors and Bureau de Change operators allegedly used to launder the money.
This development underscores ongoing efforts to combat job and vacancy scams while ensuring accountability and integrity within government agencies
Source: punchng.com
