EFCC Arraigns 2 Over Alleged N20.5m Fraud In Kano

The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against two men, Sufiyanu Yahaya and Mudassir Idris for their alleged involvement in N20.5 million fraud.

The two men were arraigned on Monday, March 25, 2024, before Justice Ibrahim Musa Karaye of the Kano State High Court.

According to the charges, Yahaya is accused of misappropriating N11.5 million belonging to a petitioner intended for the supply of rice.

On the other hand, Idris allegedly misappropriated N9 million meant for the purchase of 360 pieces of solar panels.

Both defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.

During the proceedings, counsel to the prosecution, A.H El-Badawi and Sadiq Kurawa, requested a trial date from the court.

Meanwhile, Y.A Dauda, the counsel to Yahaya, filed a bail affidavit on behalf of his client, seeking the court’s permission to commit him to bail.

The court subsequently granted bail to the defendant in the sum of N12 million with two sureties, subject to EFCC verification.

However, the bail application of the other defendant, Idris, was not granted at the time.

The court adjourned both cases till May 27, 2024, for the commencement of trial.

Pending trial, the judge remanded both defendants at the Correctional Centre.