The Digest:
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, wanted. The former Bayelsa State governor is sought in connection with the alleged conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14.8 million, funds intended for a refinery project under the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).
Key Points:
- The EFCC declared former Petroleum Minister Timipre Sylva wanted for alleged financial crimes.
- He is accused of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257.
- The funds were reportedly injected by the NCDMB into the Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited.
- The notice is pursuant to a warrant issued by the Lagos State High Court on November 6, 2025.
- The anti-graft agency has published his photograph and contact details for public assistance.
- Sylva, 61, served as both governor of Bayelsa State and a minister under the previous administration.
- The public is urged to report any information on his whereabouts to the EFCC or security agencies.
Sources: Daily Post, The Punch
