The EFCC investigated Eze based on intelligence reports and petitions regarding large foreign currency inflows into his account. The investigation revealed that dollars and pounds were deposited from various countries, raising concerns about potential money laundering.

In a related case, the EFCC re-arraigned Bauchi State Accountant-General Sirajo Muhammad Jaja and Bureau de Change operator Aliyu Abubakar for an alleged N1.63 billion money laundering scheme. The defendants pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Key facts of the EFCC investigation:

• The EFCC investigated Pastor Jerry Eze for six months for alleged money laundering.
• The total amount allegedly laundered was N1,635,270,350.90.
• Dollars and pounds were deposited into Eze’s account from various countries.

EFCC chairman Ola Olukoyede commended Eze after the investigation concluded without any findings of misconduct. He noted that large amounts of foreign currency flowed into Eze’s accounts but found no criminal activity.

The trial for Jaja and Abubakar is set to continue on May 12, 2026. The case has drawn attention due to its scale and implications within Bauchi State.

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