FUGITIVE EX-GOV TIMIPRE SYLVA ON INTERPOL’S WANTED LIST: FRAUD AND CONSPIRACY CHARGES PILE UP
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–Former Bayelsa State Governor Timipre Sylva is on the run, with Interpol issuing an alert for his arrest over alleged fraud and conspiracy.
Key Issues:
– Wanted by EFCC : Sylva faces charges of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257.
– Coup Plot Link : His Abuja residence was raided by Defence Intelligence Agency operatives amid a foiled coup attempt against President Bola Tinubu.
– Global Manhunt : Interpol and Nigerian agencies are tracking Sylva, who hasn’t returned to Nigeria since his house was raided.
– Trial in Absentia Possible : EFCC may arraign Sylva in absentia if he doesn’t turn himself in.
– Sylva’s Response : His aide dismisses allegations as “baseless and politically motivated”, citing medical examination in the UK.
_”The right thing to do is to turn yourself in.”_ – EFCC operative
_”He is still on our wanted list… We are building our case against him.”_ – EFCC source
However, when contacted last Thursday, Sylva’s spokesperson declined to comment on the matter.
“Given the confirmation by the Defence Headquarters, this is now a national security matter. I am not in a position to comment on speculations, travel or investigations. Relevant authorities are best placed to speak when appropriate,” Bokoru said in a text message.
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