The ceaseless flow of public funds to a politician who no longer holds public office underscores yet again the economic toll of Nigeria’s unwieldy IPPIS infrastructure.
The judge adjourned the continuation of the trial-within-trial until June 24.
Mr Nwabuoku was alleged to have perpetrated the act while serving as the director of finance and accounts in the Ministry of Defence between 2019 and 2021.
Mr Sani Sami was appointed Emir of Zuru in 1995, a position he held until his demise.
Idris testified for himself in the trial-within-trial.
The EFCC dragged them on a 14-count charge, alleging that they fraudulently diverted public funds to the tune of N109.5 billion.
The Kebbi State Government has appointed Malami Muhammad-Shekari as the substantive Head of Civil Service of the state
Mr Onyeaka told the court that his client had taken steps toward settling the matter.
Governor Nasir Idris expressed shock over the death and prayed to God to grant the deceased eternal rest.
The NUJ chairman in Kebbi said it was a noble gesture by the union to assist and accommodate the families of late journalists in the state.
