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Educational Insights2 min read2026-06-21

Ex-Bauchi Accountant General Jailed for Diverting N108m Education

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Gombe Zonal office has secured the conviction of Yusuf Ibrahim Gokaru, a former Bauchi State Accountant General, for diverting N108 million meant for education. The case highligh...

Azeez

Azeez

21 Jun 2026

Ex-Bauchi Accountant General Jailed for Diverting N108m Education
Key takeaways
  • The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Gombe Zonal office has secured the conviction of Yusuf Ibrahim Gokaru, a former Bauchi State Accountant General, for diverting N108 million meant for education.
  • The case highlights ongoing efforts to hold public officials accountable for misusing funds intended for critical sectors like education.
  • The Case Gokaru was convicted before Justice Muazu Abubakar of the Bauchi State High Court on charges of obtaining money by false pretence and concealment of the source and origin of the funds.

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