Contrary to reports circulating on some blogs, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has not arrested or detained popular businesswoman and philanthropist Aisha Achimugu.
In a statement Thursday, the billionaire mogul’s media aide, David Abakpa, refuted the reports he described as “fake and spurious”.
Abakpa attributed the report captioned “EFCC arrests flamboyant socialite Aisha Achimugu” to the handiwork of the detractors who are bent on destroying the hard-earned reputation of the businesswoman.
While urging the public to disregard the fake news, he noted that Dr. Achimugu is not in the country and so could not have been arrested by the EFCC.
The statement reads in part: “It is a lie sponsored by enemies! Aisha Achimugu is never arrested or detained by the EFCC. Anyone can confirm from the Commission.
“This blatant lie is a reprehensible act of intentional defamation of character, designed to tarnish Dr Achimugu’s impeccable reputation and drag Felak Concept Group’s image through the mud. It has also caused a great deal of concern to our associates, family members, well-wishers and the general public. We will not stand idly by while our GCEO’s good name is maliciously smeared.
“We are certain that the EFCC, which is a reputable organisation, did not furnish this false and untrue publication to the so-called publishers of the stories.
“Aisha Achimugu, in the first place, is not in the country. She left the country on a business trip last week.
“Mrs Achimugu is a law-abiding Nigerian who is highly respected internationally for her legitimate dealings. She is well known for creating jobs for Nigerian youths, thereby impacting the economy with her businesses.”
