The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Emmanuel Udom, over allegations of a ₦700 billion fraud.
Mr Udom, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja around 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday, following an invitation from the anti-graft agency.
According to sources familiar with the matter, he was arrested and detained after honouring the EFCC’s invitation to answer allegations of money laundering, diversion of funds, and stealing.
As of now, neither Mr Udom nor his representatives have publicly commented on the allegations.
The EFCC has yet to release an official statement regarding the detention.
The investigation is ongoing, and further developments are awaited.
- Wike Says Rainbow Coalition is for Tinubu, Not APC Candidates - September 15, 2026
- Inflation Slips to 15.39% as Food Price Pressure Eases in August - September 15, 2026
- Igbo Group Protests First Lady’s Chieftaincy Ceremony, - September 15, 2026