The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has called on Nigeria’s anti-corruption and security agencies to launch a comprehensive investigation into reports concerning the financial interests, business activities and alleged mining-related concerns involving some politically exposed persons, stressing that transparency and accountability are critical to sustaining public confidence in governance institutions.
In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Eric Oluwole, the group said its position followed reports and concerns raised by the Zamfara Concerned Youth Assembly for Peace Advocacy, adding that youth organisations have a responsibility to promote good governance and demand accountability from public institutions.
The council specifically referenced reports involving former Zamfara State governor and serving Senator, Abdul’Aziz Abubakar Yari, regarding alleged links to major investments and illegal mining activities.
YYC said the issues had attracted public attention and should be subjected to proper scrutiny by relevant authorities.
The group emphasised that successful investments and legitimate business ventures should be
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