The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has declared a Chinese national, Mr. Zichao Qiu, wanted over alleged involvement in corruption, money laundering and other related offences.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Spokesperson for the Commission, Mr. J. Okor Odey, and made available to newsmen on Tuesday.
According to the statement, Qiu, born on June 30, 1993, is being sought in connection with an ongoing investigation by the commission.
“The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) hereby declares Mr. ZICHAO QIU, a Chinese national, wanted in connection with ongoing investigations bordering on alleged corruption, money laundering, and other related offences,” the statement said.
It added that Qiu was appointed by the Board of Fortunetech Limited on July 24, 2024, as a signatory to the company’s bank account.
The commission noted that the suspect had consistently refused to honour invitations extended to him during the course of the investigation.
“He has repeatedly failed to honour invitations extended to him by the Commission in the course of the investigation,” the statement said.
The ICPC disclosed that Qiu’s last known telephone number is 08086517802.
The commission called on members of the public with useful information on the whereabouts of the suspect to assist law enforcement agencies.
“Members of the public with useful information on his whereabouts are encouraged to report to the ICPC Headquarters, Abuja, any ICPC State Office, or the nearest police station,” it stated.
The ICPC also provided dedicated channels through which information could be forwarded, including telephone lines 0705 699 0190 and 0705 699 0191, WhatsApp number 0806 656 4726, and email address info@icpc.gov.ng
It assured the public that all information provided would be treated with strict confidentiality.
