The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday grilled former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, over alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals totalling N189 billion.
Tambuwal, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja at about 11:30 a.m. before being ushered in for questioning by investigators.
According to EFCC sources, the transactions in question allegedly contravened provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
“He is being held over fraudulent withdrawals amounting to N189 billion, in violation of the law,” a source said, adding that the former governor remains in custody at the agency’s headquarters while investigations continue.
EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, declined to comment on the matter when contacted.