Nigeria’s AG has taken over Mike Ozekhome’s UK property fraud case over forged documents, delaying arraignment to Feb. 24.

The Attorney-General of Nigeria has taken over the prosecution of Mike Ozekhome, a senior advocate, in a UK property fraud case involving forged documents, including a fake Nigerian passport. The case, originally filed by the ICPC, alleges Ozekhome falsely claimed ownership of a London property using fraudulent evidence. The AGF’s office assumed control under constitutional authority, citing public interest and the need for a fair, competent prosecution. The arraignment has been postponed to February 24 to allow time for the AGF to review the case file, with the ICPC cooperating and no objections raised.