Nigeria, May 4 -- The former Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, has addressed a report alleging he was in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Mr Kyari, in a statement posted on his X handle on Saturday night, explained that he is currently taking a well-deserved rest after the dissolution of the NNPC Ltd management and board, of which he was a part.

He reflected on his service to the NNPC and NNPC Ltd for 34 years, with 17 of those years in management roles and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve under two administrations, those of Presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Bola Tinubu.

Mr Kyari said he is committed to accountability...