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In a twist that feels more like a political thriller than real life, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Moses Thomas Sule, along with 14 other lawmakers, over a jaw-dropping N2.5 billion vehicle scandal.
The kicker? These lawmakers were in office for just six months.
🚨 What Happened? A Fleet of Luxury on the Taxpayer’s Tab
According to EFCC investigators, during their brief tenure, the lawmakers allegedly procured luxury vehicles worth N2.5 billion—yes, billion with a “B”—under questionable circumstances.
đź”´ The vehicles were meant for official use.
đź”´ Upon leaving office, the lawmakers refused to return them.
đź”´ The Plateau State government was forced to buy another fleet worth N2 billion for the new assembly.
That’s N4.5 billion in taxpayer money—gone in the name of “official mobility.”
🧾 Who’s Involved?
The EFCC named all 15 suspects, including:
- Gwottson Fom
- Sani Abubakar
- Jwe Philip Gwom
- Thomas Dantong
- Happiness Mathew Akawu
- Cornelius Dotyok
- Agbalak Ibrahim
- …and several others.
They were arrested by the Makurdi Zonal Directorate of the EFCC following petitions from concerned citizens who had clearly had enough.
⚖️ What Happens Next?
The EFCC says the suspects will be charged to court soon. If found guilty, they could face serious jail time under the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
But beyond the legal drama, this case raises a bigger question: How many more “six-month billionaires” are hiding in plain sight?
🧠Final Thoughts—Accountability or Business as Usual?
This isn’t just about cars. It’s about trust, governance, and the cost of silence.
When public office becomes a shortcut to private luxury, democracy suffers. The people of Plateau—and Nigeria at large—deserve better.
💬 Is this a turning point in Nigeria’s anti-corruption fight, or just another headline that fades away? Drop your thoughts below!
