Kolawole Shittu

Cashier in the Senate President's office under Bukola Saraki. Arraigned on 11-count charges (later struck out) for conspiracy, accepting cash payments without financial institution, and money laundering. EFCC alleged Shittu made $500,000 cash payment to Gbenga Makanjuola (December 2016) without going through a financial institution in connection with Paris Club refund scheme. Co-defendant with Makanjuola, Robert Mbonu, Obiora Amobi, and Melrose General Services Limited. Bail granted N250 million with two sureties (October 9, 2018). Trial terminated due to jurisdictional challenge (November 2021).