The Digest:
Senator Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto state, has been freed after a night in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of fraudulent withdrawals of N189 billion. The case has raised political tensions.
Key Points:
- Tambuwal was detained for allegedly violating the Money Laundering Act with N189 billion fraudulent withdrawals.
- EFCC has not issued an official statement regarding his release.
- The senator received political visitors at his Abuja residence on Tuesday.
- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar accused EFCC of political bias, targeting opposition figures.
- Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, raised concerns about the contradiction in the fight against corruption.
- Tambuwal’s detention is seen by some as an effort to coerce opposition leaders into defecting to the ruling party.
- The controversy highlights the growing political divide over the anti-corruption campaign under the Tinubu administration.
Tambuwal's release has sparked political debate, with opposition leaders accusing the government of using the EFCC to target political rivals. The ongoing fight against corruption is increasingly seen through a partisan lens.
Sources: The Cable, PUNCH
