The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, wanted. This development marks a significant escalation in the ongoing investigation into the alleged misappropriation of public funds during her tenure.<div><br><div>The probe centers on a staggering ₦37.1 billion allegedly laundered through various contractors and front companies under the ministry's purview. According to sources within the anti-graft agency, the former minister failed to honor multiple invitations for questioning regarding these financial discrepancies. Her absence has prompted the commission to take more stringent measures to ensure her appearance.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>KEY POINTS OF THE INVESTIGATION</div><div><br></div><div>FUND ALLOCATION: Investigation into the handling of the Social Investment Programmes (SIPs).</div><div><br></div><div>CONTRACTUAL IRREGULARITIES: Scrutiny of contracts awarded to entities suspected of having personal ties to ministry officials.</div><div><br></div><div>ACCOUNTABILITY: The move is part of a broader crackdown on corruption within previous administrations, aiming to recover diverted national assets.</div><div><br></div><div>Public interest in the case remains high, as the ministry was responsible for critical poverty alleviation schemes designed to support Nigeria’s most vulnerable citizens.</div><div><br></div><div> The EFCC has urged anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to come forward, emphasizing its commitment to transparency and the rule of law.</div></div>