Alleged corruption: Anti-Mele Kyari protest rocks Saudi Arabia embassy in Abuja

• Members of the Young Professionals Forum of Nigeria protested at the Saudi Embassy in Abuja, demanding that former NNPCL CEO Mele Kyari be denied entry into Saudi Arabia
• The group accused Kyari of fleeing Nigeria to evade anti-corruption investigations by the EFCC and ICPC
• They submitted a petition urging the Kingdom to reject his visa requests and cooperate with Nigerian authorities to ensure accountability

Protesters gather at the Saudi Embassy in Abuja to demand Mele Kyari’s deportation.
Photo credit: YPFSource: UGCMele Kyari accused of seeking refuge in Saudi Arabia The EFCC and ICPC have reportedly begun probing Kyaris dealings, Sambari told journalists outside the Saudi Embassy in Abujas Maitama district. His current efforts to flee amount to an attempt to obstruct justice and undermine ongoing investigations.Group appeals for international cooperationWe respectfully request your noble intervention in forestalling Mallam Mele Kyari from fleeing into the safety of your noble Kingdom, the petition read in part.If allowed to stay in Saudi Arabia, he would be evading justice and undermining the principles of transparency and accountability championed by both our great nations.Protesters gather at the Saudi Embassy in Abuja to demand Mele Kyari’s deportation.
Photo credit: YPFSource: UGCWorld Bank indicts NNPC

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