The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have sealed properties belonging to the former governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha.
The properties reportedly sealed are in Owerri, Imo State capital, an aide to the senator told PREMIUM TIMES.
According to a report published on PUNCH newspaper, on Tuesday, the properties sealed by the EFCC include the Rochas Foundation College, East High Primary and Secondary school, Owerri, which belongs to Rochas Okorocha’s first daughter, Uloma Nwosu.
Also sealed is the All-In Supermarket allegedly belonging to a member of Mr Okorocha’s family.
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Mr Okorocha governed Imo between 2011 and 2019 and is currently representing Imo West Senatorial District in the Senate.
The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, in May, had confirmed that the commission is investigating the ex-governor for alleged mismanagement of funds while in office.
Sam Onwuemodo, the spokesperson to Mr Okorocha, confirmed the closure of the properties in a telephone interview.
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He promised to send a statement later on the properties affected.
The EFCC spokesperson, Toni Orilade, told PREMIUM TIMES that he is yet to get confirmation on the issue.
I am yet to get confirmation on the issue. When I get more information I would contact you,” he said.
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