The Kogi State Government has said that they have not been told the specific details of why two officials of the Kogi State Government, Abdulsalami Hudu and Umar Shuaibu Oricha on Monday reported at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The Hon. Kingsley Fanwo, Hon. Commissioner for Information and Communications, in a press statement issued, said it may not be unconnected to the ongoing investigations regarding some present and former Government officials.
“Despite not receiving an official invitation, they decided to voluntarily report at the headquarters of the commission in Abuja.
“We have not been told the specific details about the allegations against them, but it may not be unconnected to the ongoing investigations regarding some present and former Government officials
“The officials reported as law-abiding citizens of Nigeria to further demonstrate that the Government of Kogi State has nothing to hide and will always open her books to lawful investigations.
“We hope that the EFCC will respond to the patriotic action of the officials by remaining professional in conducting their investigations. As a Government, we are always prepared to cooperate with anti-graft agencies to prove our transparency and retain the confidence of our development partners who have consistently given us awards in recognition of our unflinching transparency, accountability and probity.