From Paul Orude Bauchi
A group, Citizens Watch for Good Governance, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to beam its searchlight to other states of the federation following the recent arrest and prosecution of the Accountant General of Bauchi State, Sirajo Jaja for an alleged N70 billion fraud.
Convener of the Coalition , Comrade Musa Ali, said, “We want to use this opportunity and demand that EFCC should expand their investigation to other states of the Federation and ensure that all those involved are prosecuted and recovered funds return to the state”
Ali also urged the EFCC to join hands with the Governor Bala Mohammed led administration in fighting corruption
He called on all well-meaning citizens of the State to join hands with the government of Bauchi State and ensure that looted funds were recovered and all those involved were prosecuted
“Bauchi State Government’s response to the arrest of the Accountant General through a statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor is commendable,” Ali stated, in a press release
“The state government statement clearly shows that the Governor Bala Mohammed led administration is very serious in fight against corruption”
Ali urged well-meaning citizens to speak out on the unfolding development of governance under the administration of Governor Bala Mohammed.
It will be recalled that the Accountant General was arrested alongside an unlicensed Bureau De Change Operator and a POS Operator, in connection with investigation of money laundering, diversion of public funds and misappropriation to the tune of N70 Billion.
According to EFCC’s investigation, already N59BN had been made through various banks accounts opened and operated by the Accountant General on behalf of Bauchi State Government.
“The said funds are then transferred to the Bureau De Change and POS operators who then made cash payment and associates,” Ali stated.
“Accordingly we want to use this medium to commend the EFCC and Bauchi State Government in their determination to ensure accountability, transparency in government activities,” he said
“The arrest comes at a time when all government agencies in a state are enjoying the full support of Governor Bala Mohmmed.
“As former FCT minister, Governor Bala Mohammed was investigated by EFCC and cleared by the court, therefore, we are proud to have you as the Executive Governor of Bauchi State where his giant strides in all sectors is second to known.
“Bauchi State citizen watch for good governance views the previous corruption allegations against Governor Bala Mohammed as politically motivated hence the need for EFCC to be unbiased in undertaking constitutional responsibility, Governor Bala Moh’d have the constitutional right to vie for any elective office of his choice, so therefore, no need for any person or group of persons to witch -hunt him.
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