Fani-Kayode Reacts To Reports Of His Arrest By EFCC

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has denied reports that he was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

Reports had said that Fani-Kayode was arrested by EFCC for alleged forgery.

EFCC’s spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren, confirmed the development to newsmen.

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He said Fani-Kayode was arrested for forgery and manipulation of documents.

Uwujaren said: “Yes it’s true. It has to do with forgery.”

However, Fani-Kayode said he was not arrested and that he only responded to an invitation by the EFCC to appear.

He said he was granted bail on self-recognition by the EFCC, saying they were very polite and professional.

He said: “Just arrived at the George Hotel for dinner. I was never arrested by the EFCC. I was invited & I flew down to Lagos to see them.

“I arrived in their office at 2.00pm & left at 8.30pm. I was granted bail on self recognition. They were very polite & professional. Thanks be to God.”