Kayode Fayemi, has addressed the ongoing investigations by the EFCC regarding an alleged N4bn fraud. In a statement released by the Head of the Fayemi Media Office, Abuja, Mallam Ahmad Sajoh, it was clarified that no such allegations were raised during Fayemi's conversation with officials of the anti-graft agency.
According to the statement, Kayode Fayemi's visit to the EFCC office in Ilorin, Kwara State, was in response to a petition filed by a group of individuals aiming to tarnish his image. The statement emphasized that the purpose of the visit was to answer a few questions regarding the petition.
The statement further clarified, "We firmly believe that Dr. Fayemi's visit has provided answers to the agency's inquiries regarding the petition. However, should there be a need for further clarification, Dr. Fayemi stands ready to cooperate fully." It also refuted the news circulating about a purported N4bn fraud case against Fayemi, stating that no such allegation was raised during the conversation with the EFCC.
The statement attributed the frivolous petition to a faceless group called the Ekiti Patriotic Coalition, which was believed to be a front for anti-Fayemi politicians attempting to tarnish his reputation and image.