The immediate former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has said contrary to news making the rounds, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has not established any case of fraud against him.
Okowa, the former vice presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, noted that he willingly reported to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State to clear himself of allegations against him and denied his alleged involvement in the 13 percent derivation fund diversion.
The explanation was given by Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, the former governor’s media aide, in a statement.
According to the statement: “The allegation that the former governor allegedly diverted N1.3 trillion oil derivation funds is as ludicrous as it is outlandish.
“This is just a rehash of the same spurious allegations that some malicious, myopic, vindictive, and prejudiced persons concocted while Okowa was still in office.
“The first point that needs to be made is that the EFCC has not established any case against Dr. Okowa.
“As is customary with the anti-graft agency, the former governor was invited to answer questions relating to some petitions that were filed against him by some disgruntled elements.
“Upon his return from vacation, and as a man with a clear conscience, Dr. Okowa proceeded to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt as requested.
“The substance of the petitions was that Dr. Okowa allegedly corruptly enriched himself and used state resources to acquire 80 percent stake in Premium Trust Bank.
“He was also alleged to have diverted state resources to build housing estates in Asaba and Abuja and two hotels.”
