Former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Mele Kyari has said he has done his part as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) continues its investigation into his tenure.
Mr Kyari presented himself to the EFCC on Wednesday after reports that he had been declared wanted by the anti-graft agency.
The investigation focuses on funding for refinery repair projects carried out under his watch.
In a statement titled Hard questions, honest answers, Kyari said, “I have done my part; the EFCC must do theirs. When each of us does our duty – without fear of favour, with honour, respect and commitment – Nigeria moves forward.”
The EFCC is probing alleged irregularities in the management of funds allocated to Nigeria’s refineries, including a $7.2 billion turnaround maintenance project.
A Federal High Court in Abuja recently ordered the temporary freezing of four bank accounts linked to the former NNPCL boss.
Mele Kyari served as group managing director of the state-owned oil company from 2019 until July 2024 when he was replaced.