The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on former Bayelsa State Governor, Timipre Sylva, to report to the agency for questioning over an alleged $14.86 million fraud case.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the development on Monday while responding to allegations by Sylva that the anti-graft agency had been politically influenced by the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Oyewale said Sylva had already been declared wanted and should make himself available to the commission.
The development comes shortly after Sylva announced his resignation from the APC on Monday, August 31, 2026, following consultations with members of his family, associates and political allies.
In his resignation letter, Sylva criticised the direction of the APC, saying the party had moved away from the principles that guided its establishment.
The former governor, who described himself as a founding member of the APC, said he was disappointed by what he considered the abandonment of the party’s original ideals.
Sylva also criticised the performance of the APC-led Federal Government, arguing that it had failed to meet the expectations of most Nigerians and that he saw little indication that the situation would change.
He specifically accused the EFCC of becoming increasingly politicised, alleging that the commission had acted more like an arm of the APC than an independent government institution.
Sylva acknowledged that leaving the ruling party could result in increased scrutiny or pressure from the EFCC but said he was prepared to accept the consequences of his decision.
The EFCC declared Sylva wanted in November 2025 over an alleged case involving conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257.
The former governor is also facing a separate 13-count charge arising from an alleged plot against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The allegations include treason, terrorism-related offences, conspiracy and money laundering.
Sylva has denied any involvement in the alleged plot. The case is still before the court, and he has not been convicted of the allegations.
The latest statement from the EFCC indicates that the commission expects Sylva, who remains on its wanted list, to present himself for questioning.
Source: Vanguard
