A Federal High Court has ordered the forfeiture of N1.4 billion linked to accounts associated with the Secretary to the Ebonyi State Government (SSG), sparking a major scandal for the administration of Governor Francis Nwifuru. The court’s decision follows investigations revealing that the large sum of money was improperly held and is now subject to permanent forfeiture by the government.
The case intensifies scrutiny on financial dealings within Ebonyi State’s government offices, particularly regarding the management of public funds. Reports indicate that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had traced suspicious transactions connected to the SSG’s accounts, leading to protracted legal battles culminating in the court’s ruling.
This development comes amid other recent corruption probes involving tens of billions of naira being recovered and forfeited nationwide, signaling the government’s increased focus on financial accountability. The forfeiture of N1.4 billion linked to Ebonyi’s SSG underscores the continuing efforts by law enforcement to clamp down on alleged misappropriation of state funds.
No specific response has yet been released by the Ebonyi State government or the office of the SSG. Meanwhile, public demands for transparency and stronger anti-corruption measures are growing as the scandal unfolds.
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