Host Communities Call On EFCC Probe Of N1.3 Trillion 13% Oil Derivation Funds












Host Communities Call On EFCC Probe Of N1.3 Trillion 13% Oil Derivation Funds


By Editor


Host communities in Delta State are demanding urgent action from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the alleged mismanagement of N1.3 trillion in 13% oil derivation funds meant for community development.

The call was led by Comrade Sheriff Mulade, a prominent environmental rights activist and Chairman of the Association of Host Communities of Nigeria (HOSTCOM), Delta State chapter.

Speaking in Warri, Comrade Mulade urged EFCC Chairman, Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, to transparently update the public on the status of investigations into the handling of these funds, which were allocated to oil-producing communities for infrastructure, economic empowerment, and social development.


Mulade, who is also the former chairman of oil-rich Kokodiagbene community in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South-West Local Government Area, expressed concern that political interference may undermine efforts to hold those responsible accountable.

He warned that recent political realignments—particularly the defection of former Delta State Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)—should not be used as an excuse to shield any individual from prosecution.

“We strongly believe that the defection of former Governor Okowa to the APC should not translate into immunity from investigation or prosecution,” Mulade said. “Allowing such would send a dangerous message that corruption can be swept under the carpet for political convenience.”


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He stressed that the integrity of the EFCC and the credibility of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration are on the line, as the nation watches to see if promises to fight corruption, insecurity, poverty, and unemployment will be upheld.

“Nigerians and the international community are watching,” Sheriff warned. “We must not allow political affiliations to obstruct justice or destroy the developmental future of host communities and, by extension, the entire country.”

The activist called for an impartial, transparent investigation into how the oil derivation funds were spent during previous administrations, particularly under Governor Okowa’s tenure, and for those found culpable to face the full weight of the law.


As tensions rise, the demand for accountability from grassroots voices like Sheriff’s underscores growing public frustration with corruption and mismanagement of oil wealth in the Niger Delta—a region that remains rich in resources but plagued by underdevelopment.

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