EFCC Re-arraigns Ex-Minister Over $6 Billion Mambilla Power Project Fraud

The EFCC re-arraigned former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, over alleged fraud related to the $6 billion Mambilla power project. Agunloye faced charges of official corruption and fraudulent contract awards during his tenure.

The charges included disobeying presidential directives and involvement in the approval process for the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Station construction. The case sheds light on corruption allegations within the power sector and the misuse of public funds for major infrastructure projects.

The re-arraignment signifies ongoing efforts by the EFCC to hold public officials accountable for financial misconduct and malpractice in Nigeria.