Abdulrasheed Maina, the former chairman of the now-defunct Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), had his principal fall on Tuesday outside his office, according to Emmanuel Nweke, his media assistant.
Nweke stated in a statement that Maina lost his footing on the way to the office, struck his head on the stairs, and then passed out.
According to the aide, the event was caused by a “untreated knee injury” that the former pension reform chief has been dealing with.
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“The incident occurred following complications arising from an untreated knee injury, which caused him to lose balance and fall, resulting in his head hitting the staircase,” the statement reads.
“Medical personnel present promptly administered first aid, after which he was rushed to a private hospital in Abuja for urgent medical attention.
“Dr. Maina is currently receiving close medical care and remains under observation.
“Following preliminary medical assessment, one of the attending doctors advised that arrangements be considered for an air ambulance medical evacuation should his condition not stabilise within a short period.
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“His family and medical team are closely monitoring his progress. The family appeals to the public for prayers, understanding, and respect for privacy at this critical time.”
Maina was recently released from the Kuje prison where he served jail time following conviction for pension fraud.
He was found guilty of money laundering charges totalling more than N2 billion by a federal high court in Abuja in November 2021.
He entered a not guilty plea to a 12-count indictment after being arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in October 2019.
According to trial judge Okon Abang’s ruling, Maina embezzled more than N2 billion from retirees, the majority of whom passed away before enjoying the rewards of their hard work.
At some point during his trial at the lower court, he was wheeled into the court by two prison wardens.
The court had earlier ordered the deputy comptroller of the correctional service to personally examine Maina to determine the true state of his health.
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