Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the former minister of women’s affairs who was sacked by President Bola Tinubu in a cabinet
reshuffle in October 2024, has claimed that she used personal money while she was in office.
The former minister is under investigation for allegedly misusing ₦138 million when she was in office.
Kennedy-Ohanenye made this known, after visiting the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC)
headquarters on Thursday.
Uju-Kennedy, who provided an update on her visit to the EFCC, said in a statement on Friday that she cooperated with
the investigation by offering thorough explanations of their expenditures and actions.
According to her, it is the responsibility of all public servants to be open and accountable during their tenure.
She recognized the value of accountability in maintaining government transparency and praised the EFCC for their
professionalism and friendliness.
She also thanked Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, and President Bola Tinubu for their assistance during her
administration.
“As a former public servant, I acknowledge that enquiries regarding past official activities are a standard part of
ensuring accountability. In this spirit, I willingly honoured the invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes
Commission (EFCC) on March 6, 2025.
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“Concerning allegations of a 138 million Naira diversion. I arrived at the EFCC headquarters at 2:15 PM, and the
substantive discussions commenced at 2:50 PM. During this time, I provided comprehensive clarifications regarding
my actions and expenditures throughout my tenure as the Minister of Women Affairs.
“I rounded up by 6:50 pm and left thereafter. I commend the EFCC for their professionalism and hospitality, and I
appreciate the opportunity to address the matters that have recently been circulating in the media.
“I extend my sincere gratitude to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the privilege of serving my country and
positively impacting the lives of many.
“I also express my appreciation to First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu for her steadfast support of myself and Nigerian
women. I remain fully committed to cooperating with the EFCC and will be available for any further enquiries.
“It is the duty of every government official to be transparent and accountable for their time in office.
“During my tenure, my team and I executed our duties diligently, utilising available resources effectively, and even
supplementing with personal funds, demonstrating our dedication to the success of the Renewed Hope Agenda for
Nigerian women and children.
“I assure you that the facts and information will ultimately demonstrate the integrity of my actions.”
