The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned Delta State Accountant General, Mrs. Joy Enwa, along with former Director of Finance and Administration (DFA), Ekeruche, and the Director of Administration at Government House, Asaba, for further questioning regarding the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion in state funds.
The individuals involved were previously arrested and detained by the EFCC in December 2024, amid an ongoing investigation into the alleged mismanagement of public funds by former Delta Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa. The EFCC has confirmed that they will report back for further questioning in the second week of January 2025.
Okowa himself was arrested and detained by the EFCC in November 2024 for his role in the alleged diversion of funds, which were part of the 13 percent derivation fund allocated to oil-rich states. The former governor is accused of using his position to acquire assets worth over N1.3 trillion, including shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas Company and investments in the oil sector.
The investigation, which has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, has been met with vocal support from various individuals and groups, who have shown solidarity with the former governor. However, such visits and comments, which portrayed the EFCC as a political tool, reportedly angered the commission’s operatives, as they viewed the efforts as an attempt to undermine their investigation.
A source from the office of the Accountant General revealed that Enwa and the other officials are feeling immense pressure, particularly Enwa, whose health is reportedly deteriorating due to the stress. They have reportedly resolved to share any information they possess about the alleged diversion with the EFCC.
