The ICPC said it still had Mr El-Rufai in its custody pursuant to a March 5, 2026, court order.
He pleaded guilty to the charge when it was read to him.
Mr Olawore was arraigned on two counts of stealing and obtaining money by false pretence.
He said that the exercise was part of the commission’s ongoing efforts to combat corruption.
“Corruption cut across society—politicians, teachers, farmers, traders, drivers, doctors, civil servants, religious leaders and others,” said Mr Ikuforiji.
The shady businessman got the contract despite his tawdry background, raising questions about the quality of background checks conducted before Festus Keyamo made the announcement.
Mr Nwabuoku was alleged to have perpetrated the act while serving as the director of finance and accounts in the Ministry of Defence between 2019 and 2021.
The commander warned perpetrators of illegal maritime activities to desist immediately.
The EFCC requested a trial date and urged the court to remand the defendant in a correctional facility pending trial.
Ms Ugo-Ali described the Nigerian police as a critical stakeholder and a strategic partner in the anti-corruption crusade.
