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Mariam Abeeb
The Nigeria Citizens Action Group (NCAG) has formally submitted a petition to the Speaker of the House of Representatives over alleged cases of contract scam, inducement, and fraudulent practices linked to the federal appropriation process and persons connected to the Chairman House Committee on Appropriation.
NCAG in a letter signed by Comr Suleiman Salam confirms that the original copy of this petition has been duly submitted to the Office of the Speaker, while copies have been shared with major media organisations in line with public interest disclosure and transparency obligations.
In the petition, NCAG raised grave allegations against Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, his brother Alhaji Nasir Abubakar Bichi, and Mr. Samuel Okpainmo.
The group further referenced earlier public allegations involving Mrs. Joy Okpainmo, wife of Mr. Samuel Okpainmo, who was previously accused in public space of alleged budget padding activities and the use of intermediaries to defraud members of the public.
According to NCAG, the named individuals were allegedly involved in collecting sums running into billions of naira from victims under the guise of facilitating or securing government contracts linked to the appropriation process—promises which, in many cases, reportedly failed to materialise.
The group stated that the sale of government contracts, inducement, solicitation of bribes, or collection of funds under false representation constitute serious criminal offences under Nigerian law and represent a grave abuse of public office and legislative trust.
NCAG disclosed that it is in possession of reports, testimonies, and preliminary evidence suggesting that several affected persons were allegedly induced into making substantial financial commitments in anticipation of contract awards purportedly tied to budgetary approvals and federal appropriation influence.
The organisation noted that it had initially resolved to address the matter through a public press conference, followed by detailed petitions to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), alongside a seven-day ultimatum and possible peaceful civic actions.
However, in the spirit of fairness, constitutional order, and institutional respect, NCAG stated that it chose to first submit a formal petition directly to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, requesting urgent internal review, accountability measures, and an audience with relevant leadership of the House.
“This petition is not intended to pre-judge, malign, or indict any individual,” NCAG stated.
“Rather, it is a civic demand for transparency, due process, accountability, and the preservation of the integrity of the House of Representatives.”
NCAG warned that failure to address the issues raised decisively and transparently would leave the organisation with no option but to activate further lawful actions, including formal engagement with anti-corruption agencies, sustained media advocacy, and constitutionally guaranteed civic pressure.
