Joe Agi, who appeared for the defendants, did not oppose Mr Okoroma’s application. Mr Lifu adjourned the matter until April 30 for re-arraignment or further proceedings.
The U.S. Attorney, Ellis Boyle, called Mr Owolabi a cheat.
Mr Popoola is facing three counts of wire fraud, and the Department of Justice seeks forfeiture of at least $1.6 million.
Mr Oyedepo told the court that based on the plea bargain talks between parties, the prosecution filed an amended charge.
The police prosecutor alleged that the defendant was indicted, during an audit report.
The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Wednesday, made an order for final forfeiture of $13 million linked to Aisha Achimugu’s Oceangate Engineering Oil & Gas Ltd.
Mr Toure said this while addressing journalists ahead of the launch of the UNODC Nigeria Country Programme 2026-2030 on Tuesday in Abuja.
Ms Bakari said responsible media reporting on financial crimes would contribute to awareness creation, deterrence, and accountability.
The ICPC charged Mr El-Rufai with unlawful financial benefits and suspicious inflows into his bank accounts during his tenure as governor.
Binance Holdings Limited on Tuesday sought an amicable resolution of the ongoing tax evasion charge filed against it by the federal government.
