Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an interim order for the freezing and forfeiture of over ₦228.4 million allegedly linked to former Abia State Governor, Theodore Orji, to the Federal Government. The funds are reportedly connected to allegations of money laundering.
The ruling came after an ex-parte motion was presented by Fadila Yusuf, counsel for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Nwite further instructed the EFCC to publicise the order on its official website and in the *Daily Trust* newspaper.
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In the order, Justice Nwite invited interested parties to present their case within 14 days of the publication. The court has adjourned proceedings to 3 February to review compliance with the directives.
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