Adeleke drops EFCC case after Tinubu’s intervention
Ademola Adeleke, Governor of Osun State, has decided to withdraw the lawsuit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) concerning the freezing of the state government’s account. He credited Bola Tinubu for personally intervening in the matter, prompting his decision to end the legal battle. Adeleke emphasized that his aides have complied with EFCC invitations and that his support for Tinubu does not mean he will return to the All Progressives Congress. He also addressed concerns about the involvement of his supporters and aides in the EFCC investigation.
Key takeaways
- Ademola Adeleke instructed the state Attorney-General to withdraw the suit against the EFCC after Bola Tinubu intervened.
- The EFCC had placed a restriction on a state account over alleged mismanagement of funds, which Adeleke initially challenged in court.
- Adeleke stated that his lawyers are engaging with the EFCC regarding supporters who remain in custody.
- He clarified that he is not considering a return to the All Progressives Congress, despite supporting Tinubu.
- Adeleke highlighted that some individuals were invoking Tinubu’s name in the EFCC matter without the President’s knowledge.
