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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that the corruption probe into former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, is still ongoing.
The commission’s Director of Legal and Prosecution, Sylvanus Tahir, who spoke in a press briefing to mark the second anniversary of EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede’s tenure in office, said Okowa’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) will not stop the investigations.
Okowa was arrested by the EFCC in N0vember 2024 for allegedly diverting N1.3 trillion during his eight-year tenure as governor.
He is also facing allegations of using public funds to acquire properties in Asaba, the state capital, and Abuja.
According to Tahir, no suspect is immune from investigation or prosecution, irrespective of political alignment.
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“Someone asked the question that it is alleged that politicians who jump ship to the ruling party are shielded. The simple answer is that it’s not true.
“I think the reference was made to the case of a former governor of Delta state. To the best of my knowledge, that case is still undergoing investigation. And in due course, justice will be served.
“We have had situations where cases were rushed to court, and the outcomes were not always good. So we would like to do a thorough job. When we go to court, Nigerians will see what the case is all about.
“There’s no attempt or intention anywhere to shield anybody on account of switching parties — certainly not under this chairman,” Tahir stated.
