The Digest:
The Inspector-General of Police has requested a Federal High Court in Abuja to issue a bench warrant for the arrest of former Senator Andy Uba over his alleged involvement in a N400 million employment scam. The application follows Uba’s repeated absence from court, with his counsel claiming he is receiving medical treatment in the United States, a reason the prosecution disputes due to a lack of documentary evidence.
Key Points:
- IGP Kayode Egbetokun seeks an arrest warrant for ex-Senator Andy Uba.
- Uba is accused of fraud involving N400 million for a fake NDDC MD appointment.
- The former senator has repeatedly failed to appear in court for arraignment.
- Defense counsel cited illness and U.S. medical treatment as reasons for absence.
- Prosecution argued that no evidence was provided to substantiate the health claims.
- Justice Mohammed Umar adjourned the case to October 28 for arraignment.
- The judge warned that a bench warrant would be issued if Uba fails to appear.
Sources: Court Proceedings, Police Charge
