The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on former Bayelsa State Governor, Chief Timipre Sylva, to surrender himself for questioning regarding an alleged $14.86 million fraud, following his formal resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a resignation letter dated August 31, 2026, Sylva—a founding member of the ruling party and former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources—announced his exit from what he described as a "floundering ship," accusing the APC leadership of abandoning moral standards and failing Nigerians.
Sylva intentionally copied the EFCC on his resignation letter, accusing the anti-graft agency of acting as an extension of the APC and anticipating a "redoubled witch-hunt."
Responding on Monday, EFCC spokesman Dele Oyewale dismissed the political bias allegations, emphasizing that Sylva remains a wanted man who must report to the commission.
The ex-governor also faces a 13-count federal charge involving treason and money laundering tied to an alleged plot against President Bola Tinubu's administration, for which five of his associates were arraigned by the DSS in July 2026.
"He has been declared wanted; he should make himself available to the commission." — Dele Oyewale, EFCC Spokesman
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