The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested the Accountant-General of Bauchi State, Sirajo Jaja, over an alleged N70 billion fraud linked to money laundering and diversion of public funds.
EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday, revealing that Jaja was apprehended in Abuja alongside two other suspects—Aliyu Abubakar, an alleged unlicensed bureau de change operator from Jasfad Resources Enterprise, and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, a Point of Sale (PoS) operator.
According to Oyewale, the arrests were made as part of an ongoing probe into the misappropriation of Bauchi State funds.
The investigation has reportedly uncovered massive cash withdrawals amounting to N59 billion, allegedly facilitated through multiple bank accounts operated by the Accountant-General on behalf of the state government.
“The funds were allegedly moved to Aliyu Abubakar and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, who subsequently made cash payments to party agents and associates of the governor,” Oyewale stated.
The EFCC is also investigating the possible involvement of Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, in the financial scandal.
Oyewale further disclosed that Abubakar, who had previously jumped bail in connection with similar allegations, had now been rearrested.
“The EFCC remains committed to tracing and recovering the diverted funds. Those found culpable will face the full weight of the law,” he added.
The anti-graft agency has vowed to intensify its probe into the case, with the suspects currently in custody for further questioning.
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