EFCC arraigns NEDC officials over N2.2bn contract fraud allegations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned former NEDC officials, Danjuma Moham, Chibuik Echem, and Aminu Alhaji, along with Kenneth Ejiofor Ifekudu of Diamond Leed Ltd, over N2.2 billion contract fraud allegations. The accused are facing 54 counts of conspiracy, advance fee fraud, forgery, and obtaining money under false pretenses between 2022 and 2024.

The charges involve defrauding indigenous construction and equipment supply firms. The EFCC alleges that the accused individuals engaged in fraudulent activities, including falsifying documents and awarding contracts under false pretenses.

The court has remanded the defendants in Suleja Correctional Center pending further proceedings. Investigations revealed a syndicate involving the accused individuals and fraudulent activities linked to the NEDC.

The case has been adjourned to March 25 for further hearings.