Ifeanyi Okowa, the immediate former governor of Delta State, has revealed that he is acquainted with the individuals who are conducting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) investigation.
Okowa stated this when the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council paid him a visit in solidarity at his Asaba home under the direction of Maj.-Gen. Felix Mujakperuo (retd.), the Orodje of Okpe.
The former governor emphasized that the probe does not frighten him.
Recalls that Okowa, a two-term governor, is being investigated by the EFCC for allegedly diverting N1.3 trillion.
The Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) former vice presidential candidate in the general elections of 2023 called the accusations against him “malicious and politically motivated,” adding that some people were trying to twist the truth to suit their own agendas.
Rejecting the charges of embezzlement, Okowa said he was in favor of the agency’s inquiry and did not see any reason to obstruct it.
“In politics, there are many things one must face, but it’s unfortunate when baseless accusations are presented to the media.
“To claim that someone could misappropriate such an amount implies that they would need to take N16 to N20 billion monthly for 96 months.
“This is not just unreasonable; it’s a deliberate attempt to mislead.
“I am not afraid of any investigation and will not stop the EFCC from carrying out its duties. Unlike others who seek court orders to obstruct investigations, I believe in transparency.
“However, the public deserves accurate information, not fabrications by certain individuals,” he asserted.
Okowa asserted that the accusations were solely political and said he confidently answered all of the EFCC’s inquiries.
