EFCC Unveils List Of 33 Ex-Governors Facing Corruption Investigations, Yahaya Bello Included

BushradiogistSept 19, 2024Read original

On Wednesday, it was reported that former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has finally responded to an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) that was extended five months ago. This development is notable as Bello faces a serious 19-count charge for alleged money laundering totaling ₦80.2 billion……

Bello was declared wanted by the EFCC in April after he repeatedly ignored summons and resisted arrest attempts. The situation escalated on April 17 when EFCC operatives tried but failed to apprehend him at his Abuja residence, leading to his formal designation as a wanted person.

Despite Bello’s recent appearance, the EFCC clarified on Wednesday that he is not currently in their custody, raising questions about the circumstances of his compliance with the agency’s request.

In addition to Bello, the EFCC is prosecuting 34 former governors on various corruption charges. Of these cases, several remain ongoing, some have been dismissed, and six former governors have already been convicted. Here is a summary of the charges against these governors:

1. **Attahiru Bafarawa** (Sokoto: 1999 – 2007) – 25 counts of criminal breach of trust and public fund diversion, ₦4.6 billion.

2. **Abdulfatah Ahmed** (Kwara: 2011 – 2019) – 12 counts of alleged mismanagement of public funds, ₦10 billion.

3. **Gabriel Suswam** (Benue: 2007 – 2015) – 11 counts of money laundering, ₦3.1 billion.

4. **Murtala Nyako** (Adamawa: 2007 – 2014) – 37 counts of criminal conspiracy, theft, abuse of office, and money laundering, ₦29 billion.

5. **Timipre Sylva** (Bayelsa: 2007 – 2011) – 42 counts of state fund theft, ₦19.2 billion.

6. **Sule Lamido** (Jigawa: 2007 – 2015) – 37 amended charges of money laundering, ₦1.35 billion.

7. **Ayo Fayose** (Ekiti: 2003 – 2006; 2014 – 2018) – Fraud and money laundering, ₦6.9 billion.

8. **Chimaroke Nnamani** (Enugu: 1999 – 2007) – Money laundering, ₦5.3 billion.

9. **Sullivan Chime** (Enugu: 2007 – 2015) – Misuse of campaign funds from Diezani Allison-Madueke, ₦23 billion.

10. **Abdullahi Adamu** (Nasarawa: 1999 – 2007) – 149 counts of fraud, ₦15 billion.

11. **Danjuma Goje** (Gombe: 2003 – 2011) – Diversion of state funds, ₦25 billion.

12. **Peter Odili** (Rivers: 1999 – 2007) – Diversion of state funds, ₦100 billion.

13. **Abubakar Audu** (Kogi: 1999 – 2003) – 36 counts of criminal breach of trust and public fund misappropriation, ₦10 billion.

14. **Gbenga Daniel** (Ogun: 2003 – 2011) – 38 counts of stealing public funds, bribery, and fraudulent conversion, ₦211 million.

15. **Saminu Turaki** (Jigawa: 1999 – 2007) – 32 counts of corruption and money laundering, ₦36 billion.

16. **Rochas Okorocha** (Imo: 2011 – 2019) – 17 counts of conspiracy, theft, and money laundering, ₦3 billion.

17. **Ikedi Ohakim** (Imo: 2007 – 2011) – Prosecuted for a $2 million land payment.

18. **Jonah Jang** (Plateau: 2007 – 2015) – Criminal breach of trust and state fund misappropriation, ₦6.3 billion.

19. **Usman Dakingari** (Kebbi: 2007 – 2015) – 13 counts of conspiracy and money laundering, ₦450 million.

20. **Mukhtar Ramalan Yero** (Kaduna: 2012 – 2015) – Illegal campaign fund disbursement, ₦750 million.

21. **Ibrahim Shema** (Katsina: 2007 – 2015) – 22 counts of criminal breach of trust and forgery, ₦11 billion.

22. **Rashidi Ladoja** (Oyo: 2003 – 2006; 2006 – 2007) – Fraud, ₦4.6 billion.

23. **Adebayo Alao-Akala** (Oyo: 2007 – 2011) – 11 counts of criminal conspiracy and fraudulent practices, ₦11.5 billion.

24. **Aliyu Akwe-Doma** (Nasarawa: 2007 – 2011) – 10 counts of financial crimes, ₦8 billion.

25. **James Ngilari** (Adamawa: 2007 – 2008) – Violation of procurement laws, ₦167 million.

26. **Willie Obiano** (Anambra: 2014 – 2022) – Nine counts of money laundering and fund diversion, ₦4 billion.

27. **Joshua Dariye** (Plateau: 1999 – 2004; 2004 – 2006) – Misappropriation of public funds, ₦1.1 billion.

28. **Jolly Nyame** (Taraba: 1999 – 2007) – Abuse of office and fund diversion, ₦1.64 billion.

29. **Lucky Igbinedion** (Edo: 1999 – 2007) – Embezzlement of state funds, ₦2.9 billion.

30. **James Ibori** (Delta: 1999 – 2007) – Money laundering and related offences, £50 million.

31. **Diepreye Alamieyeseigha** (Bayelsa: 1999 – 2005) – Money laundering and corruption, over $30 million.

32. **Orji Uzor Kalu** (Abia: 1999 – 2007) – 36 counts including public fund diversion, ₦7.1 billion.

33. **Yahaya Bello** (Kogi: 2016 – 2024) – 19 counts of alleged money laundering, ₦80.2 billion.