{"id":2139,"date":"2025-05-26T23:53:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T22:53:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fortistv.com\/ltv\/?p=2139"},"modified":"2025-05-28T16:27:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T15:27:38","slug":"lawyers-csos-hit-abuja-street-over-farouk-ahmed-must-go-protest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fortistv.com\/ltv\/2025\/05\/26\/lawyers-csos-hit-abuja-street-over-farouk-ahmed-must-go-protest\/","title":{"rendered":"Lawyers, CSOs Rally in Abuja Against Farouk Ahmed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Protesters Demand Resignation of NMDPRA CEO Over Alleged Misuse of Funds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Group Stages Protest in Abuja<\/strong>
Lawyers and civil society organisations gathered in Abuja today to protest against Engineer Farouk Ahmed. He leads the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). Protesters demanded his immediate resignation over alleged financial misconduct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Protesters Demand Resignation of NMDPRA CEO Over Alleged Misuse of Funds<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Allegations of Using Public Funds for Children\u2019s Education Abroad<\/strong>
The protesters accused Ahmed of using public money to fund his children\u2019s schooling in expensive European institutions. Schools mentioned include European University in Montreux, Aiglon College Boarding School, Institut Le Rosey, and La Garenne International School.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Claims of Corruption and Public Betrayal<\/strong>
According to the Concerned Lawyers and Civil Society in Defence of Public Trust, Ahmed\u2019s actions amount to corruption. They claimed the funds were diverted from public coffers meant for Nigerians. Barrister Martins Adaji highlighted that Ahmed\u2019s son, Faisal Ahmed, attended European University with public funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further Details on the Allegations<\/strong>
Faisal Ahmed reportedly secured a sales position at Oando, a company connected to the oil and gas sector. Another son, Farouk Ahmed Jr., allegedly attended Aiglon College, which has tuition fees over N300 million yearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protesters\u2019 Demands<\/strong>
The group called for immediate resignation of Engineer Farouk Ahmed. They also demanded a full investigation of NMDPRA\u2019s financial records. Additionally, they want recovered funds to support schools in Nigeria\u2019s oil-producing communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calls for Legal Action and Accountability<\/strong>
Protesters urged prosecution under the Public Procurement Act and Code of Conduct Bureau rules. They promised stronger protests if authorities ignore their demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Statements from Barrister Martins Adaji<\/strong>
Adaji said, \u201cThis protest is about justice and ending abuse of public trust.\u201d He condemned luxury for a few while many Nigerians suffer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to act. \u201cWill you allow corruption or show commitment to transparency?\u201d he questioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adaji warned, \u201cIf ignored, we will return louder and more determined. Nigerian youths and civil society will demand justice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Demands and Outlook<\/strong>
The protesters insist that Engineer Farouk Ahmed resign immediately. They also demand full reimbursement of public funds spent on foreign education. Furthermore, they call for legal consequences to restore public confidence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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