Barely three days after he was declared wanted, a former Managing Director of Bank PHB, Francis Atuche yesterday surrendered to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Atuche is however being detained alongside his wife, Elizabeth in the Lagos Office of the agency.
There were indications last right that the Atuches and two others may be arraigned today before Justice Okunnu of the Ikeja Judicial Division of the High Court of Lagos State.
According to findings, the ex-Bank PHB Managing Director, who had allegedly traveled abroad for an undisclosed mission, reported to the EFCC office in Lagos .
A source said: “To our surprise, Atuche came to our office in respect of the fresh charges against him. He is already being interrogated in custody.
“We may arraign Atuche, his wife and two others in court on Tuesday over alleged N8.5billion fraud.”
The Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Mr. Femi Babfemi, confirmed that Atuche had reported to the commission.
The four suspects may face a three-count charge today.
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Ex Bank PHB boss Atuche surrenders to EFCC
Ex Bank PHB boss Atuche surrenders to EFCC
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011
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