Abdulrasheed Maina, once a prominent figure in Nigeria’s federal public service, was a key player in the country’s pension sector, having served as the chairman of the Pension Reform Task Force (PRTT). His career, however, has been marked by a series of legal challenges that have brought him into the spotlight for less commendable reasons.

Abdulrasheed Maina Biography

Hailing from Biu Local Government Area in Borno State, Maina has deep roots in his birthplace, where he continues to reside. His career trajectory took a significant turn when, in 2015, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) charged him with various offenses, leading to his addition to the wanted list.

Maina’s legal troubles escalated when he faced charges related to money laundering. These charges culminated in his extradition from the Niger Republic last year, a move facilitated by a collaborative effort involving the Nigerian Police Force, the INTERPOL National Coordination Bureau in Abuja, and their counterparts in Niger. This legal saga also implicated his son, Faisal Maina, showcasing the extensive nature of the allegations against him.

Before his tenure as Pension Director, Maina built his professional foundation serving in various administrative roles within the Nigerian Customs Service, the Nigerian Immigration Service, and the Prison Pension Office. These positions highlighted his deep involvement in Nigeria’s public service sector before the controversies that later defined his career.

Abdulrasheed Maina Career

Before becoming Pension Director, Maina worked as an administrator for the Nigerian Customs Service, the Nigerian Immigration Service, and the Prison Pension Office.

Maina was selected as Chairperson of the Pension Reform Task Team in 2011. The Federal Civil Service Commission removed Maina from his position. He was removed from his role as Chairman of PRTT.

However, he was compelled to resign from his position due to his involvement in procurement fraud while in office.

Abdulrasheed Maina Controversies

President Buhari removed Maina as Chairman of the PRTT. However, the PRTT’s acting Chairman was reinstated. He was said to have left the country or sought refuge.

In July 2015, the EFCC charged Maina, former Head of Service Steve Oronsaye, Osarenkhoe Afe, and Fredrick Hamilton B Global Services Limited with procurement fraud and purchasing under false pretence.

In November 2015, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) named Maina as a suspect in the alleged N2 billion Pensions Biometrics Scam. Maina is wanted for procurement fraud and false pretences.

After the Nigerian Senate issued an arrest warrant for Maina in 2015, he fled to Saudi Arabia. Premium Times reports that Maina was re-elected as chairman of the PRTT in 2017.

The Interior Minister, Abdulrahman Dambazau, confirmed Maina’s reinstatement but denied his role. He held the office of Head of Service accountable for such conduct.

After Maina fled bail and failed to appear in court in 2020, Ali Ndume, a serving senator, was imprisoned.

Abdulrasheed Maina’s Personal Life

Abdulrasheed Maina is happily married to Laila Maina and has a kid named Faisal Maina. His son was also accused with fraud of 58 million naira and using accounts described as conduits for illicit transactions.

Net Worth

Abdulrasheed Maina, the former Chairman of the Nigerian Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), is estimated to have a net worth of $10,000,000 to $100,000,000.

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