Breaking: Protesters storm EFCC, demand Tinubu’s Minister N70 billion probe reopened
“On Friday, a large group of protesters from Zamfara State gathered at the entrance of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja, demanding that the agency reopen its investigation into the activities of former Governor Bello Matawalle.
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The protesters, who are affiliated with the APC Loyalists Forum, are calling for the EFCC to investigate all outstanding petitions against Matawalle, including allegations of contract fraud, embezzlement, and diversion of funds totaling N70 billion during his tenure as governor of the state from 2019 to 2023.
The protesters, who were seen holding placards and banners, chanted slogans and demanded that the EFCC take action against Matawalle, who they accused of perpetrating massive corruption and looting of the state’s resources.
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They also called for the EFCC to investigate other officials who served in Matawalle’s administration, alleging that they were complicit in the corruption and mismanagement of the state’s funds.
The protesters presented a letter to the EFCC, which was received by the Director of Public Affairs, Wilson Uwujaren, on behalf of the agency’s chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa. In response, Uwujaren assured the protesters that the EFCC is committed to thoroughly investigating every corruption case, and that the agency will pursue all cases to a logical conclusion. He also commended the protesters for their courage and determination in seeking justice and accountability.
The protesters’ action is the latest development in the ongoing efforts to hold Matawalle accountable for his alleged corrupt activities while in office.
The former governor has previously denied any wrongdoing and has accused his political opponents of orchestrating the allegations against him. However, the protesters and other critics have vowed to continue pushing for his prosecution and conviction, saying that he must be held accountable for his actions.”
