The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, after questioning him over allegations of financial misconduct, money laundering, and diversion of public funds.
Emmanuel arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at around 12:30 p.m., where he was interrogated for several hours before being allowed to leave later in the evening without being detained overnight.
The investigation reportedly stems from a petition filed by the Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT), a civil society group, which accused the former governor of financial irregularities during his eight-year tenure.
Sources within the EFCC revealed that the petition alleges Emmanuel received ₦3 trillion from the Federation Account while in office but left Akwa Ibom State with a ₦500 billion debt profile. Additionally, ongoing projects worth ₦300 billion reportedly remain unpaid. A key part of the allegations revolves around ₦700 billion that Emmanuel has yet to account for.
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