The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Dr. Tersoo Loko, former Chairman of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC), and 10 others before the Federal High Court in Makurdi over alleged N1.1 billion fraud.
The 30-count charges, filed by the EFCC’s Makurdi Zonal Directorate, relate to the misappropriation of funds intended for the 2020 and 2022 local government elections. Prosecutors allege that out of N1.6 billion received, only N565 million was used for the polls, with the remaining N1.1 billion unaccounted for.
The accused pleaded not guilty. Justice M.S. Abubakar granted bail of N50 million each with one surety, who must provide a valid international passport. The case was adjourned to April 24, 2026, for hearing.
