By Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna
A civic group, the Bauchi People's Advocate for Good Governance, has vehemently denied allegations made by Abdullahi Ishaq Jibrin, a dismissed staff member of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), against retired Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Ahmed Abdulrahman.
In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Aliyu Musa, the group described Jibrin's claims as “baseless,” “malicious,” and “fabricated.”
According to the group, Jibrin’s allegations are a desperate attempt to tarnish AIG Abdulrahman’s distinguished reputation as a revered Islamic scholar, retired law enforcement leader, and philanthropist. The group accused Jibrin of attempting to obscure his own history of corruption, fraud, and betrayal.
The Bauchi group categorically denied Jibrin’s claims of abuse of office, stating that AIG Abdulrahman did not investigate the Governor of Bauchi State. The group described the allegations as “ludicrous” and “cooked-up narratives” that the people of Bauchi would reject.
The group also debunked Jibrin’s claim of working with AIG Abdulrahman for 17–20 years, stating that records confirm his employment lasted only two years. During this period, Jibrin allegedly benefited excessively from AIG Abdulrahman’s mentorship and financial support, the group said.
The group revealed that Jibrin was dismissed from the EFCC for extorting money and a car from victims of financial crimes. An EFCC in-house investigation — initiated by AIG Abdulrahman himself — exposed Jibrin’s misconduct, leading to his dismissal.
The group dismissed Jibrin’s boasts of “FBI training” and elite courses as fraudulent, stating that such claims reflect his character. These lies, coupled with his dismissal, render him unfit for public trust, the group added.
The Advocate group highlighted AIG Abdulrahman’s repeated benevolence toward Jibrin, which, according to them, has been met with slander. The group stated that AIG Abdulrahman provided Jibrin with ₦200,000 on two occasions to support his relocation to Bauchi and also funded a pharmacy venture, which Jibrin squandered for personal gain.
Despite this, Jibrin has chosen to “bite the hand that fed him,” weaponizing his past association for extortion and defamation, the group alleged.
The Bauchi People's Advocate for Good Governance challenged Jibrin to publicly substantiate his claims by producing evidence. They demanded he present his appointment letter, FBI training certificates, witnesses, and any documents to corroborate his allegations. Until Jibrin provides credible proof, his claims would remain “reckless fiction,” the group warned.
The group also announced that it has initiated legal proceedings against Jibrin for criminal defamation, fraudulent misrepresentation, and attempted extortion, vowing to pursue justice relentlessly until what they termed his “malicious campaign” is discredited.
It urged the media and the public to disregard Jibrin’s falsehoods, describing his actions as reeking of envy, greed, and a pathological need for relevance. The group called on all Nigerians, particularly the good people of Bauchi, to reject the lies of a disgraced fraudster.
The Bauchi People's Advocate for Good Governance reaffirmed AIG Abdulrahman’s legacy of integrity, community service, and Islamic scholarship, asserting that it remains unshaken despite the malicious campaign.
The group reiterated its commitment to promoting good governance and accountability in Bauchi State, pledging to continue speaking out against corruption and defending the reputations of individuals who have been unfairly targeted.
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