Osun: ‘EFCC can’t freeze state government account’ – Sam Amadi

The Director of Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Sam Amadi, has said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, cannot freeze a state government account on the mere allegation of squandering resources.

Amadi made this claim on Friday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’.

His allegation stemmed from the freezing of Osun State government’s account by the anti-graft agency.

According to him, the shenanigans appeared that the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, is using the EFCC to close in on Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke.

“The EFCC cannot freeze a state government account simply on the fear of squandering or waste. The government has a right to spend its funds.

“Even if there is an allegation of dissipation, officials can still be prosecuted afterward if any wrongdoing is established.

“I have met the EFCC Chairman and had conversations with him, and I consider him an innovative person who is committed to fighting corruption.

“For me, this is his first real test, and he must show that he can withstand political pressure. It clearly appeared to be an APC strategy to close in on the Osun State governor,” he said.