The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Bauchi State Accountant General, Sirajo Jaja, alongside two others, in connection with an alleged N70 billion fraud.
Jaja was arrested today in Abuja alongside Aliyu Abubakar, an unlicensed bureau de change (BDC) operator with Jasfad Resources Enterprise, and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, a Point of Sale (PoS) operator.
The arrests are part of an ongoing investigation into money laundering, diversion of public funds, and misappropriation involving the Bauchi State government.
The EFCC is also investigating Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, in connection with the matter. According to the anti-graft agency, investigations revealed that N59 billion was withdrawn in cash through various bank accounts opened and operated by the Accountant General on behalf of the state government.
The funds were allegedly funneled to Abubakar and Sambo, who then made cash payments to party agents and associates of the governor.
Allegedly involved in the scheme, Abubakar had previously jumped bail but has now been rearrested. EFCC Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrests, stating that the investigation is ongoing and more details will be released as they emerge.
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