By Austin Ogwuda
FORMER Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development under Buhari’s administration, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, is expected to face interrogation by the officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, today, over alleged N37 billion fraud.
But in a sharp reaction to the EFCC ‘s invitation, the embattled ex-Minister tweeted on her verified X handle absolving herself completely from any fraudulent activities.
She wrote thus, “There have been a number of reports linking me to a purported investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission into the activities of one James Okwete, someone completely unknown to me.
“James Okwete neither worked for, nor represented me in any way whatsoever. The linkages and associations to my person are spurious.
“While I resist the urge to engage in any media trial whatsoever, I have however contacted my legal team to explore possible options to seek redress on the malicious attack on my person.
“I remain proud to have served my country as a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria with every sense of responsibility and would defend my actions, stewardship and programmes during my tenure whenever I am called upon to do so”, she added.
Watch out, The Town Hall will bring you details of the outcome of the investigations as they unfold.
Credit: Sahara reporters
