Ifeanyi Okowa, the former Governor of Delta State, has responded to the recent arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over fraud allegations. Okowa firmly stated that no fraud case has been established against him by the EFCC.

The former governor explained that he voluntarily went to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, to clear his name and show he had no involvement in any fraudulent activities. He denied any connection to the alleged diversion of the 13% derivation funds, which had been the focus of the accusations.

In a statement issued by his media aide, Olisa Ifeajika, Okowa emphasized his innocence and confidence that the EFCC had no evidence linking him to the alleged fraud. He also made it clear that he had nothing to do with the claims surrounding the fund diversion.

Okowa’s response comes after news of his arrest circulated, but he remains resolute in denying all allegations and stands by his actions during his time in office.

The statement reads partly: “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.”