Again, Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has disclosed that it has uncovered another N90 billion alleged fraud involving the suspended Accountant-General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris.
NCNC had reported that the embattled AGF was initially fingered over N80 billion fraud and was nabbed by the EFCC.
In latest developments, Idris has reportedly opened up on some top government officials allegedly involved in some transactions.
Further expanding the scope of the ongoing probe of the suspended AGF by the EFCC, the latest revelation made the alleged money laundering involving Idris, former governor of Zamfara State, Abdul-Azeez Yari, a total of N170 billion.
It was gathered that the anti-graft agency was also closing in on a minister who was fingered in the allegations against the suspended AGF.
Reports have it that Idris was arrested after he shunned 80 invitations by the EFCC.
Investigations have revealed that detectives of the EFCC have made startling discoveries about some transactions in the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF).
There were indications that the AGF had made a commitment to the EFCC to refund some cash to the coffers of the government.
A reliable source, who spoke with newsmen on the condition of anonymity, said: “So far, the EFCC chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa and his team have made substantial progress.
“This is one of the biggest scandals that Bawa’s administration has uncovered.
“Based on preliminary investigation, the suspended AGF now will account for N170billion. Detectives are still digging more into his activities in office.
“Since his arrest on May 16th, he has made useful disclosures including some suspicious accounts and transactions.”
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