N37bn Fraud: EFCC Quizes Former Humanitarian Minister, Sadiya Umar, Wednesday 

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, over an ongoin probe into the N37,170,855,753.44 allegedly laundered under her watch.

The huge sum was allegedly laundered through a contractor, James Okwete.

According to an invitation letter seen by Economic Confidential, the former minister was asked to appear before interrogators at the EFCC headquarters, Jabi, Abuja on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, to explain the alleged fraud.

“The commission is investigating a case of money laundering involving the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development during your time as minister.

“In view of the above, you are requested to kindly report for an interview with the undersigned. Scheduled as follows: Wednesday, 3rd of January, 2024. Time: 10am.

This request is made pursuant to Section 38 (I) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (Establishment) Act, 2004 & Section 21 of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2011,” the invitation letter read in part.