The defendants are facing a 10-count charge bordering on conspiracy, conversion of public funds, and terrorism financing, contrary to Sections 2(1) and 19(1)(d) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. Reacting to the development, Mohammed said the allegations were politically motivated. He accused the EFCC and the federal government of attempting to intimidate him for refusing to defect to the ruling party. The governor vowed not to remain silent, insisting that Bauchi State had continued to deliver good governance and infrastructure despite limited resources. Pix: Bauchi Gov Bala Mohammed.

Source: Punch January 02, 2026 05:41 UTC