Just In: EFCC reportedly detains former Delta Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly detained the former Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, at its Port Harcourt Zonal office.

TheNewsGuru.com reports that Okowa is facing allegations of mismanagement of public funds during his tenure, raising questions about his handling of Delta’s substantial resources.

Sources close to the EFCC confirmed Okowa’s detention, noting that the former governor is being interrogated on the suspicion of misuse of state funds.

Also confirming the Okowa’s detention, is two political associates of former governor who expressed concern over the impact of the arrest on Okowa’s legacy and the implications for Delta State’s politics.

Okowa, during his tenure which ran from 2015 to 2021, focused on infrastructure and social development but faced criticism over financial accountability issues.

This action by the EFCC aligns with the federal government’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign, intensifying scrutiny of public officials involved in alleged financial misdeeds.

At as the filing of this report, the EFCC has yet to release an official statement regarding the charges against Okowa, but insiders suggest that this inquiry may unveil deeper issues related to his administration’s financial practices.