The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday invited and subsequently interrogated former Minister of Women Affairs, Pauline Tallen, over allegations of fraud. Tallen, who arrived at the Abuja zonal command of the EFCC at noon, was still being questioned late into the night.
Although details of the allegations were scanty, a source disclosed that it bordered on corrupt enrichment, amounting to N2 billion, with a fraction of the money allegedly diverted from the African First Lady Peace Mission Project.
When contacted, EFCC spokesman Wilson Uwujaren could not be reached for a comment on the situation. It is recalled that the anti-graft agency has continued to step up efforts in tackling financial crimes in Nigeria.
Nigerians are encouraged to desist from engaging in fraudulent activities and to provide necessary information to appropriate authorities in order to combat financial crimes in the country. It is important to note that fraudulent activities, especially those bordering on corruption, have far-reaching negative impacts on economic, social, and political development.
Our thoughts go out to all those affected by fraudulent activities as we anticipate continued efforts from law enforcement agencies to put an end to these crimes.
