Stella Oduah N2.5 Billion Fraud Plea Bargain

Stella Oduah, former Nigerian Aviation Minister, and her co-defendant, Gloria Odita, have initiated steps to refund part of the N2.5 billion allegedly misappropriated in a fraud case. This development was disclosed during proceedings at the Nigeria===Federal High Court of Nigeria in Abuja. Both defendants have also submitted an application to the Nigeria===Attorney General of the Federation seeking plea bargain discussions under the Administration of Criminal Justice Act. Rotimi Oyedepo, Director of Public Prosecution of the Federation, confirmed that moves have been made to refund a certain amount, with confirmation of receipt pending. The case, which alleges that Stella Oduah and Gloria Odita conspired to obtain funds from the Nigeria===Federal Ministry of Aviation (Nigeria) through Broad Waters Resources Nigeria Limited and Global Offshore Marine Limited under false pretenses, has been adjourned until March 26 for an update on the settlement negotiations.