A Federal High Court in Abuja grants the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) an arrest warrant for former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Uche Nnaji. The ICPC seeks the warrant in connection with allegations that Nnaji forged academic credentials and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificates. The court issues the decision after an ex parte motion filed by the ICPC in a case recorded as FHC/ABJ/CS/1160/2026. ICPC counsel says Nnaji repeatedly fails to honour invitations for investigation, prompting the agency to ask the court for enforcement steps, including declaring him wanted through media and social platforms. The warrant remains in force until Nnaji is arrested and handed over to the ICPC. Separately, Nnaji denies that any court has ordered his arrest, describing the reports as false and politically motivated. He also states he is neither under investigation nor has a court ordered his arrest, according to statements reported by Nigerian outlets. Premium Times had earlier reported that the ICPC began an investigation into the alleged forgery scandal, with possible prosecution depending on findings. Nnaji is also reported to be the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Enugu State for the 2027 elections.