‘We investigated Pastor Jerry Eze for money laundering for six months’ – EFCC chairman
EFCC Chairman Discloses Investigation of Pastor Jerry Eze
Abuja – The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, revealed on Tuesday that the commission conducted a six-month investigation into Pastor Jerry Eze, the lead pastor of Streams of Joy International and organizer of the New Season Prophetic Prayers (NSPPD), amid allegations of money laundering.
Addressing attendees at the Jerry Eze Foundation Business Grant Award in Abuja, Olukoyede stated that the investigation found no evidence of wrongdoing.
“We work based on intelligence and petitions,” Olukoyede said. “There was an account where dollars and pounds were deposited from various countries, including Colombia, America, Sri Lanka, and Togo. We investigated it thoroughly but found nothing suspicious.”
During his remarks, Olukoyede expressed concern about corruption within religious institutions. He noted that many leaders from various faiths have faced legal challenges related to fraudulent practices.
“Sometimes I wish we could change the terminology from church and mosque to ‘assembly of righteous people’,” he remarked. “It’s disheartening to see that some bishops and imams have been convicted for fraudulent activities.”
The EFCC continues its efforts to combat economic and financial crimes in Nigeria, maintaining that investigations are conducted objectively and in accordance with the law.
