EFCC Arraigns Ex-Abia Governor Theodore Orji on N60.85 Billion Money Laundering Charges

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, February 28, arraigned Theodore Orji, the former governor of Abia State, and four others before the Abia State High Court in Umuahia.

Appearing before Justice Lilian Abai, Orji is facing a 16-count charge related to money laundering, with the total amount in question reaching a staggering N60.85 billion. This marks a significant step in the EFCC’s ongoing efforts to combat financial crimes and hold public figures accountable for alleged misconduct during their time in office.