EFCC DETAINS EX-SOKOTO GOVERNOR TAMBUWAL OVER N189BN FRAUD ALLEGATIONS

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently interrogating the former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, over allegations of fraudulent cash withdrawals totalling N189 billion. Tambuwal arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Monday and remains in custody.

Investigators allege the transactions violate provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022. A senior EFCC official, speaking anonymously, confirmed the probe centres on suspicious financial activities during Tambuwal’s administration, including the alleged unauthorised withdrawals of state funds.

“The withdrawals are in clear violation of the Money Laundering Act,” the source stated, adding that the inquiry has been ongoing for several months.

EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, indicated the commission will withhold further details for now. “The commission would not provide further comment until the questioning is completed,” Oyewale said.

Tambuwal, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), served as Sokoto State Governor from 2015 to 2023. He previously held the position of Speaker of the House of Representatives. The interrogation continues as the EFCC investigates the substantial fraud allegations.