…Calls for Investigation by National Security Adviser and EFCC
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Labour Party, led by Barrister Julius Abure (National Chairman) and Alhaji Farouk Umar Ibrahim (National Secretary), has called on the National Security Adviser and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate Aisha Yesufu, Pastor Itua Ighodalo, and other prominent figures, including Peter Obi, for alleged embezzlement, misappropriation, and potential terrorism financing.
During a press conference held today, the Labour Party leadership expressed concern over recent comments made by Aisha Yesufu, who defended herself against accusations of being involved in a criminal conspiracy to divert funds from the Labour Party’s presidential campaign account. The party alleged that Aisha Yesufu, alongside Pastor Itua Ighodalo and other accomplices, was involved in the mismanagement and diversion of over ₦12 billion and $15 million in donations intended for the Labour Party’s campaign.
In a heated response, the party dismissed Yesufu’s denials as an attempt to cover up the alleged financial misdeeds and criticized her statements as an insult to the party’s leadership. The Labour Party further alleged that Yesufu and her accomplices were acting under the direction of Peter Obi, whom they described as a “political merchant,” to defraud the party.
The NWC also implicated other figures, including Pa Ayo Adebanjo, Akin Osuntokun, and Sola Ebiseni, accusing them of retaining over ₦600 million in private accounts associated with Afenifere, a socio-political organization. According to the Labour Party, these individuals were hired by Peter Obi to commit fraud, engage in criminal conspiracy, and divert funds from the Labour Party’s presidential campaign.
The party highlighted its commitment to transparency and accountability, urging the National Security Adviser and EFCC to investigate the bank accounts associated with the alleged misconduct. They also called for a thorough investigation into all accounts linked to Ayo Adebanjo, Akin Osuntokun, and Sola Ebiseni to determine the extent of their involvement in the alleged fraud.
Labour Party’s leadership concluded by reaffirming its confidence in Barrister Julius Abure and Alhaji Farouk Umar Ibrahim, stating that there is no vacancy in the National Working Committee, and dismissing any attempt to undermine the party’s leadership as a bid to destabilize the organization.
The public awaits the response from those accused, and the outcome of the requested investigations by the relevant authorities.
Contact:
Dr. Abayomi Arabambi,
National Publicity Secretary,
Labour Party,
11th September 2024.
