Names Of Ex-Governors Linked To Alleged ₦2.187 Trillion Looting Exposed

Names Of Ex-Governors Linked To Alleged ₦2.187 Trillion Looting Exposed

No less than 58 former governors have reportedly been implicated in a staggering embezzlement, looting, and money laundering scheme totaling ₦2.187 trillion over the past 25 years since Nigeria transitioned to democracy. This figure, as alleged by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), excludes seized properties worldwide and ongoing investigations worth billions of naira.

According to Vanguard, this amount surpasses the 2024 budget of Lagos state (N2.25 trillion) and the collective budgets of southeast states (N2.29 trillion), and notably exceeds the budgets of the entire states in the north-central and northeast regions.The list includes former governors from various regions of Nigeria, with some facing ongoing probes while others have already been investigated and prosecuted.

Among the names listed are prominent figures such as Late Abubakar Audu, TA Orji, Yahaya Bello, and others, each associated with staggering sums allegedly misappropriated during their tenures.

Meanwhile, Edwin Clark, the convener of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), has expressed little surprise at the corruption allegations against Yahaya Bello, stating that he is merely following the footsteps of his predecessors. Clark has urged the EFCC to revisit old and pending corruption cases against former governors and ex-ministers, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice.