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Trial Of Former Imo Governor, Ohakim Begins

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced the prosecution of a former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, for alleged money laundering charges. … Continue reading Trial Of Former Imo Governor, Ohakim Begins


Ikedi Ohakim, Court, EFCC

OhakimThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced the prosecution of a former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, for alleged money laundering charges.

Mr Ohakim, who was Imo State Governor between 2007 and 2011, is facing a three-count charge of money laundering, arising from his alleged purchase of a house at Asokoro District of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, with cash payment of dollar equivalent of 270 million Naira in November 2008.

The first prosecution witness, Mr Dauda Ishaya, a Senior Detective Superintendent with the EFCC, who was led in evidence by the prosecution counsel, Mr Festus Keyamo, accused Ohakim of initially lying to be a tenant in the property until he was confronted with the statements of those who were involved in the purchase of the property.

According to the witness, the property is located at 60, Kwame Nkrumah Street, Plot No 1098, Cadastral Zone A04, Asokoro District, Abuja.

After the hearing on Tuesday, the case was adjourned till November 12, 2015 for continuation.