A tomato seller has come forth to claim the N250 million discovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at Balogun market.
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The man, whose identity was not disclosed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said the money was from the proceeds of his trade in tomatoes.
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The man was said to have claimed that he brings tomatoes from the north to sell in Lagos.
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Asked why he did not put the money in bank, he said he does not use banks.
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It was however discovered that some of the money in bales with bank wrappers had stamps dated as recent as 6th April, 2017.
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The man was subsequently arrested and his statement taken but has been given an administrative bail as investigation continues.
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