FAYOSE TO FAYEMI: How can I attend your inauguration when I’m expected at EFCC office?

The Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has said he will be unable to attend the inauguration of Dr. Kayode Fayemi on Tuesday because he is expected at the office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

The governor also advised members of the Ekiti State House of Assembly to cooperate with Fayemi and work for the interest of the state.

Fayemi had on Wednesday said he had invited Fayose and was expecting him to attend the swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday.

But speaking at a press conference in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, Fayose said he might he harassed by some of his political opponents if he attends the event.

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He said, “If I should attend the programme, some politicians might use the chance to harass me, even when they are not sent by Fayemi.

“This will further destroy (our) relationship. Issues between me and Fayemi are not personal. I have been cooperating with the committee set up by Fayemi on this transition

“Again, I have to be in EFCC office in Abuja on Tuesday. But, let me say clearly that I am ready to appear before any panel set up by incoming government to probe my administration,” he said.

 

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