The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, into custody over allegations of fraudulent cash withdrawals amounting to N189 billion during his tenure.
The withdrawals are said to contravene the Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022.
Tambuwal reportedly arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, where he is being interrogated by investigators.
A senior EFCC source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the former governor is facing questions over suspicious transactions during his tenure, involving alleged unauthorised withdrawals of public funds.
“The withdrawals are in clear violation of the Money Laundering Act,” the source said, adding that the investigation has been ongoing for months.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said he would not provide any comments until the ongoing interrogation of the former governor is completed.
Aminu Tambuwal, a prominent leader in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), held office as Sokoto State governor from 2015 to 2023, following his tenure as Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vanguard reported that the investigation is still unfolding, with more information expected to emerge.
