Abuja Court Threatens EFCC with Sanctions in ₦4.6bn Laundering Case

The Federal High Court in Abuja has warned the EFCC of possible sanctions for failing to produce Bauchi State Commission of Finance, Yakubu Adamu, in a ₦4.6 billion money laundering case. Adamu is accused of conspiring to launder funds through Polaris Bank Ltd, with allegations of misappropriating funds meant for motorcycle supplies to Bauchi State.

The case involves Ayab Agro Product Freight Company Ltd and other individuals. Despite scheduled arraignment, neither the prosecution nor defense appeared in court, leading to delays and potential consequences.