Osun State to Sue EFCC Over Frozen Government Accounts
The Osun State Government announced its intention to sue the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following the freezing of its accounts. Oluwole Jimi-Bada, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Osun State, confirmed that he has the governor's mandate to take legal action against the EFCC.
The anti-graft agency issued a 'Post no debit' letter to First Bank, where the Osun government accounts are held. Jimi-Bada expressed concerns that the EFCC's actions could disrupt government operations.
He also clarified that Governor Ademola Adeleke is not utilizing state funds for his reelection campaign. This legal move underscores the ongoing tensions between state governments and federal anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria.
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