Former Acting Accountant-General Jailed Over ₦868m Fraud
A Nigerian court has sentenced former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation, Chukwunyere Nwabuoku, to a cumulative 72 years in prison over a fraud involving ₦868.46 million.
The conviction followed prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which charged him with multiple counts bordering on money laundering and financial misappropriation.
Court findings showed that the former official diverted public funds through a network of accounts and transactions, in breach of Nigeria’s financial regulations. The trial court handed down sentences across several counts, resulting in the total 72-year term, although under Nigerian law, such sentences are typically served concurrently.
The EFCC said the judgment reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen accountability in public service, particularly among senior officials entrusted with managing government finances.
Nwabuoku briefly served as Acting Accountant-General in 2022 before his removal and subsequent investigation.
The ruling adds to a series of high-profile corruption cases in Nigeria, reinforcing calls for transparency, stricter oversight, and sustained enforcement of anti-corruption laws.
Blessing Anolaba
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