Politics
How Sacked NSIPA National Coordinator, Halima Shehu, Used Zenith, Providus, And Access Bank To Siphon ₦44.4 Billion From Govt Accounts
A startling disclosure has surfaced from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), revealing that Halima Shehu, the former National Coordinator of the National Social Investment Programme (NSIPA), is accused of embezzling a staggering sum of ₦44.4 billion from government funds.
The EFCC report indicates that this alleged misappropriation occurred between December 27th and December 31st, 2023.
The audacious siphoning involved Halima Shehu withdrawing funds from the NSIPA account in the Central Bank of Nigeria and transferring them to undisclosed accounts in various banks, including Zenith Bank, Providus Bank, Access Bank, and others.
Furthermore, Shehu purportedly made unauthorized transfers to individual accounts and companies without approval from the President or the Federal Executive Council.
The EFCC’s investigation uncovered insider collusion, revealing that the recipients of these fraudulent transfers were close associates of both Halima Shehu and DFA Hamza.
Hamza Bawai, the retired Director of Account accused of aiding in the embezzlement, attempted to flee the country but was apprehended and is currently in EFCC custody.
The accounts of the beneficiaries have been frozen, and a comprehensive investigation is underway, both within the overseeing ministry and at the EFCC.
The individuals behind the fraudulent accounts have been arrested and are undergoing interrogation by the EFCC. It is essential to note that Halima Shehu, who served under Sadia Farouk, faces multiple ongoing fraud investigations.
This recent revelation underscores the urgent need for collective efforts to ensure accountability and transparency in government operations.
Restoring public trust is crucial, and those responsible for such egregious acts must be held accountable under the full weight of the law.
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