
In the trial concerning the alleged N109 billion fraud involving former accountant-general Ahmed Idris, a witness testified that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) coerced her into signing a statement. The defense team for Idris concluded their case, and the judge has scheduled the adoption of final written addresses for 13 October regarding the disputed statements.
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