Aminu Tambuwal, the former governor of Sokoto State, has been freed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) one day after he was arrested for allegedly making N189 billion in fraudulent cash withdrawals. After fulfilling his bail requirements, Tambuwal, who presently serves as the senator for Sokoto South, was released on Tuesday.
On Monday, the former governor, who was also the Speaker of the House of Representatives, accepted an invitation from the EFCC and arrived at the commission’s Abuja headquarters at approximately 11:30 a.m. After that, he was questioned and held overnight.
According to EFCC sources, the withdrawals in question were illegal under the 2022 Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act.
One official stated, “The withdrawals were in flagrant violation of the Act,” adding that inquiries are still being conducted.
The release of Tambuwal was confirmed by a source who wished to remain anonymous. “He has been granted administrative bail. He met the bail conditions and has been released, according to the source.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale did not return calls or messages, so attempts to contact him for comment were unsuccessful.
