Fresh Evidence Reveals Alleged N4.2bn Scandal Involving Suspended Super Cop Abba Kyari and Deputy

 In a shocking revelation, new information has emerged regarding the financial transactions of suspended super cop DCP Abba Kyari and his deputy, ACP Sunday Ubua. According to a report submitted to the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kyari and Ubua allegedly received a combined sum of N4.2 billion through their separate bank accounts. The details of the investigation reveal that while serving as commander of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT), Kyari received no less than N1.4 billion into his personal account. However, his deputy, Ubua, may have received significantly more, with approximately N2.8 billion traced to his eight bank accounts. Investigations have uncovered that Ubua received a substantial lump sum of N2.664 billion on August 15, 2019. The NDLEA is examining the possibility that the funds received by Kyari and his deputy may be connected to the sale of illicit substances, including a large seizure of Tramadol worth N3 billion. Sources within the NDLEA have revealed that Kyari and his team seized a significant consignment of Tramadol in a warehouse in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos, and allegedly sold the consignment to a cartel. It is believed that the funds received by Ubua around the time of this seizure may be related to this transaction. In light of these revelations, the NDLEA has taken steps to seek the approval of the Attorney-General of the Federation to confiscate the properties and assets belonging to Kyari. This move aims to prevent the embattled DCP from benefiting from the proceeds of alleged criminal activities. The request for confiscation includes cash, money in bank accounts, vehicles, real estate, personal effects, and other valuable possessions. The NDLEA is seeking the AGF's approval to seize these assets pending Kyari's conviction in court. The Ministry of Justice has clarified that there has been no change in the legal opinion rendered on the money laundering case against Kyari. The Director of Public Prosecution, Mohammed Abubakar, emphasized that the prima facie evidence against Kyari still stands. However, the police failed to adequately investigate the money trail linking Kyari to Hushpuppi's syndicate members by conducting necessary forensic analysis of the suspects' phones. As a result, the AGF called for further investigation, which may have been misconstrued as a change in opinion. The AGF's office reiterated that the initial legal opinion issued to the police in January remains valid, and the case file contains sufficient evidence to warrant further investigation. These revelations underscore the NDLEA's commitment to cracking down on alleged illicit activities and ensuring that individuals involved in such acts are held accountable. The investigation into Kyari and Ubua's alleged involvement in financial impropriety is a significant step in the fight against corruption and drug trafficking in Nigeria.