The Digest:
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared that former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa remains under active investigation for alleged corruption, despite his defection to the ruling APC. The commission’s legal director emphasized that political alignment will not shield any suspect from prosecution, countering public perceptions of case abandonment for political reasons. Rooted in the Storm.
Key Points:
- The EFCC is investigating Okowa over an alleged N1.3 trillion diversion during his governorship.
- He was arrested in November 2024 and also accused of acquiring properties with public funds.
- Okowa defected to the APC in April 2025 alongside his successor and other officials.
- The EFCC denies that defectors to the ruling party are granted immunity.
- The commission stated it prefers thorough investigations before rushing to court.
- High-profile cases involving politically exposed persons require extensive time to probe.
- The EFCC insists “crime is crime,” regardless of the suspect’s political profile.
Sources: The Cable
