The Enugu State government on Saturday dismissed a report alleging that “a Senior Special Adviser to Enugu State Government on Special Duties” was quizzed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for embezzlement of over N200 million.
In a statement, the state government explained that Pastor Sam Iyiogwe, is not a Senior Special Adviser in its service.
“He is one of Senior Special Assistants appointed in March by the state government and, to the best of our knowledge, he has not handled any financial transaction of the government other than receiving his monthly salary”, the statement said.
“He was elected two-term Chairman of Nkanu East Local Government Area of the state which started on January 4, 2012 during the past administration of Mr. Sullivan Chime and ended on January 4, 2016.
“He allegations levelled against him have to do with his stewardship during his tenure as Chairman of the council and have nothing to do with his current appointment in this present administration”.
“We are not unmindful of the resolve by a few persons to attempt to distract the government but we remain focused bearing in mind the goodwill the state government enjoys from the people.”
“The State Government will remain committed to zero tolerance for corruption and continue to support the EFCC and other related agencies in their fight against corruption in the country”, the statement added.
