From: Ahmed Ahmed
A Bauchi-based civil group, Bauchi Citizens for Good Governance, has called for transparency and accountability in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's (EFCC) ongoing investigation into a N70 billion fraud allegedly linked to Governor Bala Moh'd's administration.
This is contained in a statement signed by the convener comrade Musa Ali made available to newsmen on Thursday in Bauchi.
It said the EFCC recently arrested the state's Accountant General, Sirajo Jaja, over allegations of money laundering, diversion of public funds, and misappropriation.
According to the EFCC, the investigation has revealed that billions of naira were transferred through various bank accounts operated by the Accountant General on behalf of the Bauchi State Government to unlicensed Bureau De Change Operators and POS operators, who then made cash payments to party agents and associates of the Governor.
The group expressed outrage that the alleged fraud occurred while Bauchi State retirees' gratuities and pensions remain unpaid.
They demanded that the EFCC expand its investigation to cover all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and ensure that all those involved are prosecuted and recovered funds are returned to the state.
The group also questioned the source of funding for Governor Bala Moh'd's 2027 presidential ambition posters displayed across Bauchi and other cities, suggesting that taxpayer money might have been used.
Governor Bala Moh'd has faced similar corruption allegations in the past, including during his tenure as FCT Minister. The group urged him to address the allegations and take practical steps to prevent further mismanagement of resources.
The EFCC's investigation is ongoing, and the outcome is expected to shed more light on the alleged fraud and those involved.
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