Proceedings in the alleged fraud case involving Victor Osayamen Sunday, who was charged by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), were stalled on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Criminal Court 2, Benin City, following a request for the case file by Criminal Court 1.
The development prevented the matter from proceeding before the presiding judge, Honourable Justice William A. Aziegbenhin, as the case file was not available in the courtroom.
The situation reportedly generated some tension as the parties awaited clarification regarding the request and transfer of the file.
The EFCC had filed a four-count charge against Sunday, bordering on alleged stealing and fraudulent conversion of funds during his time as an accountant with UYI Technical Services Limited.
According to the charge, the defendant allegedly converted a total of ₦55,339,200 belonging to the company to his personal use between 2023 and 2025.
The four counts include allegations involving ₦21,619,200, ₦32,325,000, ₦1,045,000 and ₦350,000, respectively. The offences are said to be contrary to Sections 287(1)(b) and (c) and punishable under Section 294(7) of the Criminal Law of Edo State, 2022.
The EFCC was represented by U. K. Bello, Esq., while the defendant was represented by Magdalene, Esq.
The nominal complainant, UYI Technical Services Limited, was represented by E. O. Afolabi, SAN, Douglas Ogbankwa, Esq., and other counsel.
The prosecution is reportedly prepared to call seven witnesses, including the alleged victim of the fraud, to testify in the case.
Following the absence of the case file from Criminal Court 2, the parties were directed to return to court on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, for an update and possible commencement of the defendant’s plea proceedings.
The matter was consequently adjourned until November 10, 2026.
Written by Enitan Mudashiru
