US Restates Commitment To Nigeria’s Recovery Of Abacha Loot

 

The United States government says it has begun dialogue with the federal government on the release of the 458 million dollar Abacha loot but that the legal process for its recovery will take extra time.

Human rights activist, Mr Femi Falana echoed his disappointment at the US’ handling of the Abacha loot but the US Deputy Chief of Mission underlined the procedures involved.

He underscored the United States’ alignment with the Nigerian government in its drive to weed out corruption and entrench transparency in the system.

He also lauded series of efforts by the Presidency to weed out corruption.

Several groups have also joined in the call for better co-ordination, including the loot stashed in Swiss banks to recover the nation’s monies and ease the impact of the recession.