The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrests the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Mustapha Abdullahi, in Abuja over allegations of fraud and money laundering linked to an estimated N500 billion. Multiple outlets report that EFCC investigators detain Abdullahi in custody following the arrest. Vanguard and The Punch describe the case as involving alleged laundering of N500 billion, with EFCC investigators examining financial transactions connected to the allegations. Premium Times reports that Abdullahi is held by the anti-graft agency after the arrest. Premium Times also later reports on ECN communications stating that Abdullahi resumes duties despite the ongoing EFCC probe. Across the reports, the details presented focus on the arrest location (Abuja), the identity of the ECN DG, the EFCC’s stated basis for the action (alleged N500bn fraud and laundering), and his custody status immediately after the arrest. None of the sources included confirmed evidence or court outcomes in the material provided.