x

EFCC Uncovers N37 Billion Fraud in Humanitarian Ministry, Indicts Buhari’s Minister and Contractor

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed an alleged laundering of N37,170,855,753.44 within the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs during the tenure of former minister Sadiya Umar-Farouk. The funds were reportedly transferred to various bank accounts linked to a contractor, James Okwete.

According to ongoing investigations, Okwete is said to have used these funds for personal expenses, including withdrawing cash, purchasing luxury cars, and acquiring properties in Abuja and Enugu. The contractor allegedly controlled 53 companies and secured Federal Government contracts amounting to N27,423,824,339.86.

Sadiya Umar-Farouk, the pioneer Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, has been implicated in the scandal. She served as a minister in President Buhari’s cabinet from July 2019 and was associated with the ministry overseeing several agencies.

The EFCC document reveals that the funds were transferred between 2018 and 2023, originating from the Federal Government’s coffers. Okwete is linked to multiple bank accounts across 12 commercial banks and has been accused of abusing government contracts for personal gain.

Despite previous controversies, including the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission’s discovery of N2.67 billion in private bank accounts meant for the ministry’s school feeding program, this recent revelation further intensifies concerns about corruption within government agencies.

As calls for transparency and accountability grow, the EFCC continues its investigations into the alleged financial misconduct, involving key figures in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. The consequences of these findings may extend to legal actions against those implicated in the scandal.

Hot this week

Editors Urge Government To Create Safe, Enabling Environment For Journalists

· Ask security agents to find missing Vanguard journalist As...

EXCLUSIVE: Buhari orders probe of Isa Funtua, AMCON over keystone and Etisalat

Following the controversy generated by the leading opposition party,...

6 Signs your boyfriend thinks you are ugly -Take note of No. 2

They say there are three kinds of people; the...

2023: South-East, Middle Belt Forum Endorses Peter Obi

The South-East and Middle Belt Forum has endorsed the...

FG trains over 175 youths from the North Central region of Nigeria 

By Israel Adamu, Jos  The Federal government through the office...

Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lauds Diri’s Leadership on 66th Birthday

Amgbare Ekaunkumo, Yenagoa   Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo,...

Wike To Deliver OAU Distinguished Personality Lecture

By Joyce Remi-Babayeju The FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, on...

Breaking: Tinubu To Commence 10 Projects Commissions In Abuja, Satellite Towns

By Joyce Remi-Babayeju President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to...

NCPC Re-strategize For 2025 Pilgrimage, Holds Staff Retreat

By Joyce Remi-Babayeju In a bid to restrategize to ensure...

Regina Daniels Accuses Angela Okorie of Pursuing Her Husband Amid Ongoing Feud

Nollywood star Regina Daniels has fired back at fellow...

Amaechi Responds to Wike: “I Won’t Engage in Childish Insults”

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has fired back...
spot_img

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img