Rochas okorocha news today
Rochas Okorocha is a Nigerian politician who served as the Governor of Imo State from 2011 to 2019. Here are some recent news updates about him:
Latest News:
- EFCC Arraigns Okorocha Over Alleged N2.9bn Fraud: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Rochas Okorocha, a former Governor of Imo State, before a Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged fraud. Okorocha is accused of embezzling N2.9 billion during his tenure as governor. (Source: Punch)
- Okorocha's Son, Uche, Arrested by EFCC: Uche Okorocha, the son of Rochas Okorocha, has been arrested by the EFCC over alleged fraud. Uche is accused of diverting N1.3 billion meant for the construction of a road in Imo State. (Source: Vanguard)
- Okorocha's Wife, Nkechi, Demands Justice for Her Husband: Nkechi Okorocha, the wife of Rochas Okorocha, has called on the Federal Government to ensure that her husband is treated fairly in the ongoing corruption trial. She accused the EFCC of persecuting her husband. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Okorocha's Imo State Government's N144bn Debt: A report by the Imo State Government has revealed that the state owes a debt of N144 billion to contractors and banks. The debt was incurred during Okorocha's tenure as governor. (Source: The Nation)
Previous News:
- Okorocha's Corruption Trial Begins: Rochas Okorocha's corruption trial began on January 18, 2022, at the Federal High Court in Abuja. He is facing 17 counts of fraud and money laundering. (Source: Premium Times)
- Okorocha's Imo State Government's N17bn Debt to Imo State University: The Imo State Government has been accused of owing N17 billion to Imo State University, which was established during Okorocha's tenure as governor. (Source: The Punch)
- Okorocha's Son, Uche, Arrested by Police: Uche Okorocha was arrested by the police in 2020 over alleged armed robbery. He was later released on bail. (Source: Vanguard)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.