HEDA described the story as reflective of the significant role of investigative journalism, noting that the report was laudable.
He said the commission also warned magistrate Yakubu Ibrahim for abuse of power by insulting and uttering derogatory words to a litigant at Chief Magistrate Court Maigatari.
Mr Ebienfa further stated that signing of the agreement marked significant shared investment in Nigeria’s development and strengthened partnership between the nations.
Governor Hyacinth Alia inaugurated a Forensic Audit Investigation Committee led by Donatus San-Chir-Igba to examine the funds of Lobi Stars.
He urged the U.S. to continue demonstrating cooperation and understanding in other pending repatriation cases.
A rare sighting of the state’s recent expenditure records showed lawmakers drew billions for frivolous and arcane line items between January 2023 and the third quarter of 2024.
The agency said that those found culpable will be subjected to internal disciplinary processes.
Mr Orji also served as two-term senator representing Abia Central Senatorial District before his retirement from active politics.
Mr Oyedepo argued that the alleged offences were economic and financial in nature, therefore, within the jurisdiction of EFCC.
The anti-graft agency had already held the accused in its detention facility for 55 days.
