Two suspects, including a former Attorney-General of Kogi State, have been arrested in London in connection with the loot.
The two suspects, who were trying to convert a 1994 CBN Traveller’s Cheque worth £2,000 at Travelex are undergoing interrogation in London.
Upon a search in the suspects’ hotel in London, it was gathered, about £78,000 traveller’s cheque was found on them.
There were indications that the UK Police may invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance to seek the extradition of Mohammed Sanni, who is allegedly linked to the probe.
A source said: “The arrest of two Nigerian suspects (including a former Attorney-General of Kogi State) has triggered the latest round of investigation.
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