A witness, Idi Musa, an investigator with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), testified in the trial of Ismaila Mustapha (Mompha) and his company, Ismalob Global Investment Limited, on Monday, July 1, 2024. Musa revealed that the EFCC found N35 billion in two bank accounts linked to Mompha, who is accused of conspiracy to launder funds obtained through unlawful activity, retention of proceeds of criminal conduct, and other charges. The witness explained that the EFCC received intelligence from the FBI in 2019 that Mompha was involved in cybercrime and that further investigation revealed a heavy flow of funds through his accounts. Mompha had claimed to be a Bureau De Change operator, but the investigation found no evidence to support this claim. The witness also testified that Mompha was arrested in 2019 after attempting to flee the country and that his iPhone and other properties were recovered and are being held as evidence. The trial was adjourned until October 8, 2024.
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