General News
EFCC Quizzes Ex-Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye Over Alleged ₦138.4m Fraud
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday interrogated former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, over allegations of misappropriation, procurement violations, and diversion of public funds amounting to ₦138.4 million. The alleged infractions occurred during the disbursement of the 2023 budget for the ministry.
Sources confirmed that Kennedy-Ohanenye arrived at the EFCC headquarters around 11 a.m. and faced questioning regarding her alleged role in the fraudulent activities. Investigators reportedly uncovered that funds earmarked for the P-Bat Cares for Women Initiative were diverted for personal gain.
As of Thursday evening, she had not been granted administrative bail, with sources indicating that the investigation remains active.
Kennedy-Ohanenye served as Minister of Women Affairs under President Bola Tinubu’s administration before being removed from office in October 2024. She was initially appointed to the role on August 21, 2023.
-
Entertainment2 years agoAdanma Luke Appeals for Forgiveness over Junior Pope’s Death: “I’m Gradually Losing My Life, Please Forgive Me”
-
Security News2 years agoRivers: Tension as Gunmen on Speedboat Abduct Fubara, Police Launch Manhunt
-
Security News2 years agoSoldiers in South East Extort, Humiliate Us While Kidnappers Operate Freely Near Checkpoints, Igbo Women’s Group Alleges
-
Politics2 years agoRevealed: Ajuri Ngelale Fired Over Feud with Onanuga, Despite Medical Cover Story
-
General News2 years agoGov. Soludo Seals Peter Obi’s Campaign Office, Edozie Njoku-Led APGA State Office
-
Security News2 years agoEnugwu-Ukwu in Shock: Deadly Ambush Leaves Multiple Dead, Survivors in Fear
-
General News2 years agoVideo: Moment DSS Staff Erupt in Jubilation as News of Bichi’s Sack Announced
-
Breaking News2 years agoJUST IN: Presidential Adviser Ajuri Ngelale Steps Down Temporarily, Cites Reasons