A Federal High Court in Abuja has reportedly authorised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to arrest and publicly declare former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, over allegations of certificate forgery.
The ruling followed an ex parte application filed by the ICPC in suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/1160/2026, after the commission claimed the former minister repeatedly failed to honour investigative invitations linked to the case.
According to court proceedings, the ICPC is investigating allegations that Nnaji falsified academic credentials and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificates submitted during his 2023 ministerial screening.
The anti-graft agency argued before the court that the arrest warrant was necessary to ensure progress in its ongoing investigation into alleged forgery, abuse of office, and unlawful advantage while in public service.
The court also granted permission for the ICPC to declare the former minister wanted across print, broadcast, and digital platforms should he fail to present himself for questioning.
The case is part of a wider probe that has drawn public attention over the authenticity of documents submitted by some public officials during political appointments. Nnaji reportedly stepped down from his ministerial position after the allegations became public.
The ICPC is expected to proceed with further actions, including possible arraignment, once the former minister is apprehended as investigations continue.
