The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) intensified its probe into the alleged N585.2m fraud case, centering around the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Dr Betta Edu. On Monday, the EFCC interrogated the Accountant General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, at its headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, for over six hours.
During the intense questioning, Madein clarified her involvement in the payment process of N585.2m from the National Social Investment office account to the UBA account of Bridget Oniyelu, the accountant responsible for Grants for Vulnerable Groups under the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. Despite the lengthy interrogation, Madein was released without any conditions in the evening.
According to a reliable source, Madein affirmed that she did not approve the memo from Minister Edu for the payment into a private account. The AGF provided a written explanation to investigators, asserting her innocence in the alleged fraudulent transaction.
The EFCC's move to question the Accountant General sheds light on the complexities surrounding the financial dealings within the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, raising questions about transparency and accountability. As the investigation unfolds, stakeholders and the public await further developments in this high-profile case.
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