By Divine Sam
This case involving former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika and his family members highlights significant allegations of corruption, particularly in the awarding of government contracts to his son in-law through an unregistered company. The evidence presented by the EFCC suggests that Sirika may have used his position to improperly benefit his son-in-law’s company, Al Buraq Global Investment Limited.
The key point raised by the witness, Musa Odiniyan, is that the company likely would not have qualified for the contract had it been subject to an open and competitive bidding process.
The timeline of the contract’s issuance also seems suspicious, with the project being rushed to ensure completion before the end of President Buhari’s term in 2023. These details suggest that the contract may have been more about political expediency than a fair procurement process.
This case could have serious implications not just for Sirika but also for the broader political and legal landscape in Nigeria. Do you think this case could influence how government contracts are handled in the future?