The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, is making headway in its probe of suspended Minister Betta Edu. They have recovered N30 billion in connection to the case and are investigating over 50 bank accounts.
This follows the January suspension of Edu and a former National Social Investment Programme Authority (NSIPA) official Halima Shehu over accusations of financial impropriety in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs.
The EFCC chairman, Ola Olukoyede, addressed the progress in the commission’s monthly e-magazine, EFCCAlert.
He acknowledged the complexity of the case and the time required for a comprehensive investigation.
Olukoyede emphasised that Nigerians should be patient as professionals are meticulously following leads and uncovering details.
“We are exploring so many discoveries that we have stumbled upon in our investigation,” said Olukoyede. “If it is about seeing people in jail, well let them wait. Everything has a process to follow. So, Nigerians should wait and give us the benefit of the doubt.”
While details on the specific accusations against Edu have not been publicly disclosed, the investigation into the recovered N30 billion and the 50 bank accounts suggests that Edu may not be the only one involved. The probe extends beyond Edu, with Shehu also facing scrutiny.
The social programmes run by the ministry, including the N-Power program and the homegrown school feeding program, were put on hold following the suspension of Edu and Shehu. The status of these programs remains uncertain as the investigation unfolds.
Ezinwanne Onwuka, senior staff reporter and columnist with WAP is a Nigerian-based writer and content developer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Her interests include reading, writing, researching and graphic designing.
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