Works ministry director faces court over money laundering charges
Blessing Lere-Adams, a Director at the Federal Ministry of Works, has been arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission on charges of money laundering and corruption. She appeared before the Federal High Court, Abuja, facing six charges under various anti-corruption laws. The ICPC alleges that she received funds from her subordinate, Henry David, and transferred some of the money to her husband and son. Lere-Adams pleaded not guilty and was granted bail by Justice M. Liman.
What happened
- Blessing Lere-Adams was arraigned on six counts relating to money laundering and corruption.
- The alleged offences occurred between August 2022 and January 2024 in Abuja.
- The ICPC claims she received money from her subordinate, Henry David, which was suspected to be proceeds of corruption.
- Funds were allegedly transferred to her husband, Olujimi Lere-Adams, and her son, Jafe Lere-Adams.
- The court adjourned the matter to April 20, 2026, for hearing.
