Monday January 26, 2026
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The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagnemi, SAN has formally taken over the prosecution of Mike Ozekhome SAN,in the alleged fraud charges brought against him by ICPC.
Mr Ozekhome was to be arraigned today by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, to arriagn, in an Abuja high court, for alleged forgery in UK property case
When the matter was called, Dr Osuebeni Akpomesingha, announced appearance for the prosecution.
Kanu Agabi, SAN a former AGF and Minister of Justice, and others announced their appearance for the defendant.
At this point, the Director, Public Prosecution of the Federation (DPPF),
Rotimi Oyedepo SAN, announced his appearance on behalf of the AGF.
He informed the court of the AGF ‘s decision to take over the case from ICPC
He said that the decision was in pursuant to Section 174 of the 1999 Constitution.
Oyedepo added, to collaborate with the ICPC to ensure that the prosecution meets the highest standard of effectiveness, efficiency, diligence and compliance with due process of law.
The DPPF further told the court that the decision was also guided by public interest and to instil confidence, fairness and competence in the criminal justice.
He assured the court that the right of the defendant will be protected and that no party suffers any adverse.
Oyedepo added inter-agency corporation to fight corruption was also considered by the OAGF.
(Daily Nigerian)