Okowa Denies Fraud Allegations After EFCC Detention, Refutes N1.3 Trillion Diversion Claims.
Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has denied involvement in any fraudulent activities after his recent detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
In a statement released by his media aide, Olisa Ifeajika, Okowa stated that the EFCC had not presented any evidence of wrongdoing against him. He labeled the accusations of diverting N1.3 trillion from oil derivation funds as “ludicrous” and “baseless.”
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Okowa explained that he voluntarily appeared at the EFCC’s Port Harcourt office to clear his name and address petitions submitted by what he termed as “disgruntled elements.” He remarked, “The EFCC has not established any case against Dr. Okowa,” asserting that the allegations were based on “unfounded claims” made by individuals with “malicious and biased intentions.”
The former governor also rejected claims of misappropriating state resources, including accusations of acquiring an 80% stake in Premium Trust Bank and misusing funds for housing estates in Asaba and Abuja, as well as two hotels.
