EFCC/Judicial Reports

EFCC arraigns Ogun Assembly speaker over alleged N2.5bn money laundering

By Uchechi Ojo September 6, 2022273 views

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Speaker of the Ogun State House Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, before a Federal High Court in Lagos.

He was arraigned alongside the Director of Finance of the State Assembly, Oladayo Samuel, as well as the Clerk of the House, Adeyemo Taiwo.

The defendants were arraigned at about 10 am on Tuesday before Justice Daniel Osiagor on 11 counts of conspiracy, forgery, and stealing.

They all pleaded not guilty to the charge.

Uchechi Ojo

Uchechi Ojo, is a Lagos-born and based writer, newscaster and voice-over artist. A versatile and committed journalist with the yearning to make a difference in the industry. She writes balanced, informative and interesting stories. Uchechi has the ability to interact and listen with rapt attention, excellent time management and great communication skills while paying attention to detail. She is very approachable and a good team player. Instagram | LinkedIn