Former Aviation Minister Stella Oduah has initiated steps to refund part of the N2.4 billion allegedly linked to fraud charges filed against her.
The Director of Public Prosecution of the Federation, Rotimi Oyedepo, confirmed this development at the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, stating that Oduah and her co-defendant, Gloria Odita, have begun returning some of the funds to the government.
Oduah, who served as minister from July 2011 to February 2014, was arraigned on December 10 alongside Odita on a five-count charge bordering on alleged fraud, obtaining by false pretence, and criminal breach of trust. Both defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.
The court has adjourned the matter until March 26 to receive a progress report on the discussions.
