The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Deputy Superintendent Sani Yakubu of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) before Justice Isiaka of the Kaduna State High Court 12 on a three-count charge of criminal breach of trust and misappropriation of funds.
The case, which came up on Monday, November 4, 2025, followed an investigation revealing that Yakubu had allegedly misappropriated the sum of ₦1,720,000.00 belonging to one Mrs. Vennica Idoko. According to the charge sheet, the money was entrusted to Yakubu in his capacity as a civil defence officer, to be handled on behalf of the complainant.
However, the ICPC alleged that rather than deliver the funds, the officer dishonestly converted the entire sum for personal use. The offences contravene Sections 294, 300, and 86 of the Penal Code Law of Kaduna State, which deal with criminal breach of trust and misappropriation of property.
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One of the counts read: “That you, Deputy Superintendent Sani Yakubu, while serving as an officer of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, did dishonestly misappropriate the sum of One Million, Seven Hundred and Twenty Thousand Naira (₦1,720,000.00) belonging to Mrs. Vennica Idoko, being money officially received by you on her behalf, and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 294 of the Penal Code Law of Kaduna State.”
In a dramatic twist during the court session, the accused, visibly shaken and remorseful, broke down in tears and pleaded guilty to all three counts read against him. The emotional courtroom scene drew attention from observers, who described it as a sobering reminder of the consequences of abusing public office.
Following the plea, Justice Isiaka adjourned the case to November 12, 2025, for judgment and sentencing.
In a statement after the proceedings, the ICPC reaffirmed its resolve to ensure accountability among public officers, stressing that any official found guilty of betraying public trust would face the full weight of the law.
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“This case serves as a reminder that corruption, in whatever form or amount, undermines public confidence in government institutions and will not be tolerated,” the Commission stated.
The Commission further urged members of the public to continue reporting cases of misconduct, noting that corruption cases involving security agencies were of particular concern due to their potential to erode public trust.
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