The EFCC has arraigned Blessing Gozi-Anyaokei, Managing Director of Viscount Microfinance Bank, over allegations she diverted N19 million and $30,000 meant for investment.
She appeared Thursday before Justice Y. Halilu of the Federal High Court, Maitama, on two counts of unlawful conversion and obtaining money under false pretence.
According to the EFCC, Gozi-Anyaokei received the funds in 2022 from Ernest Terkula Jor for investment purposes but allegedly used the money for personal benefit. The charges fall under Sections 311 and 312 of the Penal Code Act.
She pleaded not guilty when the charges were read.
Prosecution counsel S.N. Robert asked for a trial date, which the court granted. Justice Halilu granted her bail with two sureties who must own landed property in Abuja. She was also ordered to surrender her travel documents and barred from leaving the country without approval.
The trial is set to begin July 19, 2026.
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