The matter was adjourned to July 2, 2026 for arraignment.
The judge adjourned the case until May 13 for the hearing of the defendant’s bail application.
The FCT High Court, Maitama Division, on Wednesday struck out a motion filed by a lawyer, Victor Giwa, seeking the recusal of Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie.
The judge adjourned until October 8 for the arraignment of the two lawyers.
The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charge preferred against him.
The EFCC charged Mr Agunloye with seven counts of forgery, disobedience of presidential order, and corruption.
EFCC charged Mr Agunloye with seven counts bordering on forgery, disobedience of presidential order, and corruption.
EFCC is prosecuting Mr Agunloye, who served as a minister in the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on infractions regarding the Mambilla power plant.
Mr Agunloye was arraigned on seven counts bordering on the fraudulent award of a contract and official corruption in January 2024.
Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has granted ex-minister of power and steel Olu Agunloye bail of N50 million.
