The probe is said to be connected to the handling of funds during Mr Fayemi's tenure as governor of Ekiti State.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has quizzed the former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, over alleged money laundering and misappropriation of N4 billion, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.
According to the source, EFCC is interrogating the former governor over allegations of misappropriation of N4 billion and money laundering. The commission in a letter by ACE 1 Michael Nzekwe stated that it is “investigating a case of money laundering in which there is need to seek certain clarification from you has become imperative.“In view of this, you are kindly requested to come for an interview with the undersigned through the head, Economic Governance Section. Thursday, May 18, 2023. No. 10 Oko close, off Station Road, GRA, Ilorin, Kwara. Time: 10: 00 hours.
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