"I’ll Spend Time Doing Research" - Gov Obaseki React To EFCC's Alleged Plan To Arrest Him After His Tenure

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has revealed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) plans to arrest him following the conclusion of his tenure on November 14, 2024.

Speaking at the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session in Abuja on November 7, 2024, Obaseki stated that he had been reliably informed about the EFCC's intention to detain him over alleged fraud. Despite this, he remains unperturbed by the potential arrest or investigation, attributing the petitions against him to individuals with vendettas.

Obaseki emphasized his readiness for any eventuality, declaring, "I hear that the EFCC will pick me up next week after my tenure. Wherever they keep me, I’ll spend time doing research."

He highlighted his administration's achievements, describing them as legacy projects focused on the people of Edo State and necessary reforms. "Why should I be afraid? I just focused on what I believe in, and today, you can see what has been accomplished," he asserted.

The governor accused his opponents of jealousy and envy, unable to match his accomplishments over the past eight years. He stressed the importance of focusing on improving Nigeria rather than engaging in vendettas, stating, "Reforming the bureaucracy is a priority. We focused on the people and the civil servants."

Obaseki concluded by expressing his willingness to cooperate with the EFCC if called upon, reiterating, "I’m not afraid; I’m not worried. They’ve written all sorts of unfounded petitions against me, and that’s part of the challenge. In fact, I can even turn myself in if they call me – I have nothing to hide."