The Digest:
The Kano State Government has filed a major lawsuit against former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, two of his sons, and several associates, alleging a N4.49 billion fraud related to the Dala Inland Dry Port project. The suit, filed at the State High Court, aims to reclaim the state's 20% equity stake in the port and recover public funds allegedly misappropriated through a scheme involving a shell company.
Key Points:
- The Kano State Government has sued former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje and his two sons.
- The lawsuit alleges a N4.49 billion fraud and illegal transfer of a 20% state equity stake.
- The case involves the Dala Inland Dry Port, a federal infrastructure project.
- Defendants are accused of using a shell company, City Green Enterprise, to hijack the project.
- They face ten counts, including criminal conspiracy and breach of trust.
- Prosecutors allege public funds for port infrastructure were siphoned for private benefit.
- Key evidence includes a policy document from the Obasanjo era confirming the state's stake.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
