By Joy Odor
The Minister of State for Defence, Muhammed Bello Matawalle has promised to investigate the serious corrupt allegations against Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla by People’s Gazette medium.
The Minister in a press statement made available to newsmen on Saturday by Henshaw Ogubike, the
Director Information, Press & Public Relations of the ministry informed that the Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has zero tolerance for corruption in the public service.
Matawalle emphasize the need for a thorough and impartial investigation to ascertain the truth of these claims.
“Though these allegations might be mischievous, the Ministry of Defence is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability within the Nigerian Armed Forces.
“The allegations leveled against Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla are serious.
“We respect the role of the media in fostering transparency and holding public figures accountable. At the same time, we urge responsible journalism that adheres to the principles of fairness, objectivity, and accuracy.
“Accusations of this nature can have far-reaching consequences on the reputation of individuals and institutions, and thus, it is crucial to avoid premature judgments.”
“In the light of the allegations, we assure the public that the Ministry of Defence will collaborate fully with relevant authorities to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
“We remain committed to the principles of due process and fairness, ensuring that findings will be based on concrete evidence and legal standards.
“It is our collective responsibility to maintain the trust and confidence of the Nigerian people in the institutions that safeguard our nation’s security.
“We call for patience as the investigative process unfolds and trust that justice will be served in accordance with the rule of law” he said.
