The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Jande Michael Aondoaseer, managing director of Lutojan Nigeria Limited, for allegedly defrauding a company of ₦32.4 million through false pretence.

The Case

According to the EFCC’s Kaduna Zonal Directorate, Aondoaseer allegedly posed as a vendor for Olam Nigeria Limited between July and August 2024. He convinced Trappco Ranch & Resort Limited to fund the supply of 90 tons of cassava chips, promising profits of over ₦9 million.

Instead, investigators said the deal was fraudulent. Trappco paid him ₦32.4 million, after which Aondoaseer allegedly disappeared.

He was arraigned before Justice Darius Khobo of the Kaduna State High Court on a one-count charge of impersonation and obtaining by false pretence under the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act, 2006.

Court Proceedings

The defendant pleaded not guilty. Prosecution counsel W.N. Igbadu asked for a trial date, while defence lawyer S.E. Makos requested bail.

Justice Khobo granted bail at ₦10 million with one surety who must own landed property certified by Kaduna Geographic Information System (KADGIS). The surety must also deposit a passport with the court.

The case was adjourned to December 2, 2025, for hearing. The defendant remains in custody until bail conditions are met.