Former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Tambuwal is currently being interrogated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of massive financial misconduct during his tenure as governor.
According to sources, Tambuwal is facing questions regarding alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals totaling ₦189 billion, transactions that reportedly violate Nigeria’s Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act of 2022.
The former governor arrived at the EFCC’s corporate headquarters in Abuja around 11:30 AM on Monday, where he was immediately taken in for questioning by anti-graft investigators.
The alleged violations center on cash withdrawals that authorities believe were conducted in breach of financial regulations designed to prevent money laundering and other financial crimes. The substantial sum involved makes this one of the more significant cases currently under EFCC investigation.
Sources familiar with the matter indicate that the interrogation is focusing on the circumstances surrounding these withdrawals and their compliance with existing financial laws.
When contacted for comment, EFCC Spokesperson Dele Oyewale declined to provide details about the ongoing investigation, maintaining the agency’s typical stance of confidentiality during active cases.
The development represents another significant challenge for Tambuwal, who recently suffered a political setback following the Sokoto governorship election. The former governor, who served as Sokoto’s chief executive before his current role as a senator, now faces potential legal consequences that could further impact his political career.
The case remains under active investigation, with EFCC operatives continuing to examine the allegations against the former governor. The anti-graft agency is expected to provide more details as the investigation progresses.
The interrogation comes amid heightened EFCC activities targeting former governors and other high-profile political figures, as part of the agency’s broader anti-corruption mandate.
Further developments in this case are expected as the investigation continues at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja.
