Nigerian court to decide if it can prosecute former governor over N27 billion fraud case.

A Nigerian court has reserved its ruling in a case where former Taraba State Governor Darius Ishaku and a former state official, Bello Yero, are accused of fraud involving N27 billion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) filed the charges, but the defendants' lawyers argue the court lacks jurisdiction over state finances. The judge will decide if the EFCC can prosecute such cases, with a ruling expected on January 21.

November 13, 2024
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