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Edo State Government Accuses EFCC of Political Targeting

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
November 2, 2024
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Edo State Government Accuses EFCC of Political Targeting
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently summoned Edo State’s Accountant General, Julius Anelu, along with four officials from the Edo State Treasury Office. The EFCC’s invitation, detailed in a letter titled “Loans and Agricultural Interventions Granted to Edo State Government from Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) from 2018 to date,” called on these officials to report to the agency’s Benin City office. The inquiry aims to examine the handling of loans and agricultural interventions facilitated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and NIRSAL.

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  • State Government Asserts Loan Repayment, Questions EFCC’s Motives
  • Concerns Over Detention and Potential Disruption to Governance
  • Calls for EFCC to Reconsider Actions for Stability
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State Government Asserts Loan Repayment, Questions EFCC’s Motives

The Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, responded to the summons, clarifying that the state government has fully repaid the agricultural facility in question. Nehikhare explained that one of the initially summoned officials was no longer a signatory to government accounts, leading the EFCC to release the individual and request the presence of the current signatory, who was not originally listed in the EFCC’s invitation.

Concerns Over Detention and Potential Disruption to Governance

Nehikhare further expressed concerns about the EFCC’s intentions, claiming the agency aims to disrupt Edo State’s governance. He argued that detaining key state officials until November 12—the last day of the current administration’s tenure—could paralyze government operations. According to Nehikhare, if the EFCC continues detaining these officials, essential government responsibilities and obligations may be severely impacted starting Monday.

Calls for EFCC to Reconsider Actions for Stability

Deeming the EFCC’s actions “condemnable and reprehensible,” Nehikhare urged the anti-corruption agency to prioritize democracy, justice, and the welfare of Edo State residents. He called on the EFCC to promptly release the detained officials to avoid throwing Edo State into administrative disarray.

Bottom Line

The standoff between Edo State and the EFCC highlights tensions over accountability and political stability as the government nears the end of its term. While the EFCC cites legitimate grounds for investigation, the state government insists the agency’s actions could hinder governance, raising concerns over the balance between anti-corruption efforts and political neutrality.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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