Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar-Farouk, has arrived at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to address the ongoing investigations into the alleged laundering of N37,170,855,753,44 during her tenure in office.
The probe centers around funds suspected to have been funneled through contractor James Okwele.
Umar-Farouk, who had previously requested an extension citing health challenges, officially presented herself at the EFCC headquarters, confirming her commitment to cooperating with the investigation.
Taking to her Twitters at 10.20am today, Monday, January 8, she wrote: “I have, at my behest, arrived at the headquarters of the EFCC to honour the invitation by the anti-graft agency to offer clarifications in respect of some issues that the commission is investigating.”
Earlier, Umar-Farouk’s plea had been for an extension, citing health concerns, which was noted and granted.
She hinted that today’s appearance indicated her resolve to engage with the EFCC interrogators and address the allegations surrounding the substantial sum purportedly laundered during her term.
The EFCC’s scrutiny is anticipated to delve into the intricacies of financial transactions involving the implicated contractor, James Okwete, as investigators seek to determine the extent of Umar-Farouk’s involvement and validate the allegations, or refute them as the case may be.
It was noted that the outcome of this investigation holds significant implications for the ongoing anti-corruption efforts within the nation.
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