The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has questioned former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, over allegations of financial mismanagement, procurement irregularities, and the diversion of public funds amounting to N138,413,253.89.
According to sources, Ohanenye arrived at the EFCC headquarters on Thursday at 11:00 AM and has since been undergoing interrogation regarding the alleged misuse of funds allocated to the Ministry of Women Affairs in the 2023 budget.
Investigators suspect that the funds, designated for the P-BAT Cares for Women Initiative, were instead redirected for personal use.
A reliable source within the anti-graft agency disclosed that findings indicate a failure to follow due process in the disbursement of funds, with evidence pointing to financial misappropriation.
“The former minister is being questioned over allegations of misappropriation, procurement violations, and unauthorized use of public funds. There is substantial evidence suggesting that funds meant for women-focused programs were diverted,” the source stated.
Beyond this case, the EFCC is also investigating Ohanenye’s alleged involvement in other financial infractions, including violations of procurement laws and improper handling of government funds.
In a separate matter, an EFCC witness in the trial of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mohammed, reportedly made conflicting statements in court concerning a property transaction linked to an alleged financial crime.
The case, overseen by Justice James Omotosho, involves charges related to the mismanagement of N33.8 billion in connection with the Mambilla Power Project.
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