The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested the Accountant General of Bauchi State, Sirajo Jaja, over an alleged ₦70 billion fraud.
Jaja was arrested on Wednesday in Abuja alongside Aliyu Abubakar, an operator of Jasfad Resources Enterprise, an unlicensed bureau de change (BDC), and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, a Point of Sale (PoS) operator.
EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrest, stating that the trio was being investigated for alleged money laundering, diversion of public funds, and misappropriation.
Reports further reveals that the EFCC is also investigating the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, in connection with the case.
Preliminary findings by the commission indicate that ₦59 billion was withdrawn from various bank accounts operated by the Accountant General on behalf of the state government. The funds were allegedly funneled through Abubakar and Sambo, who made cash payments to party agents and associates of the governor.
The EFCC further disclosed that Abubakar had previously jumped bail but had now been rearrested.
The commission reiterated its commitment to investigating financial crimes and ensuring accountability in public office.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing.
