The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Deputy Superintendent Sani Yakubu of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) before Justice Isiaka of the Kaduna State High Court 12 on a three-count charge of criminal breach of trust and misappropriation of funds.

The arraignment, which took place on Monday, 4th November 2025, followed allegations that DSC Yakubu misappropriated N1,720,000 belonging to Mrs. Vennica Idoko. The amount was entrusted to him in his official capacity as a civil defence officer.

According to the charge sheet, Yakubu is accused of dishonestly misappropriating the funds, in violation of Sections 294, 300, and 86 of the Kaduna State Penal Code, which cover criminal breach of trust, misappropriation of property, and related offences.

One of the counts states:

“That you, Deputy Superintendent Sani Yakubu, while serving as an officer of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, did dishonestly misappropriate the sum of N1,720,000.00 belonging to Mrs. Vennica Idoko, being money officially received by you on her behalf, and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 294 of the Penal Code Law of Kaduna State.”

When the charges were read in court, Yakubu reportedly broke down in tears and pleaded guilty to all three counts, highlighting the gravity of the offence and the breach of public trust.

Following the plea, Justice Isiaka adjourned the case to 12th November 2025 for judgment and sentencing.

The ICPC reaffirmed its commitment to holding public officials accountable and warned that those who exploit their positions to defraud citizens will face the full weight of the law.