By Ehi Ekhator
A former Minister of Aviation Femi Fani Kayode has taken to his Facebook page to announce his release from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) custody.
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Fani-Kayode who regained freedom on Friday claimed he was imprisoned unjustly and because of his political views and criticism on Buhari led government.
He sworn to defend himself in court as he was innocent of the charges levied against him by the EFCC.
Fani-kayode said “I give thanks to God that I am free after 67 days in detention. I thank my wife lawyers children and friends for all their support.
“This was the worst experience of my life but God was with me all the way. I suffered immeasurably but I count it all as joy.
“I am innocent of all charges and I look forward to defending myself vigorously in court. These charges are politically motivated and I have been severely punished for my political views and criticisms of the government.
“They are trying to silence me, break me, discredit me and destroy but as long as Jesus is on the throne this will never work. I am strong and I am bold and the struggle will continue.”
The former Minister of aviation who was the spokesman for the Goodluck Jonathan Campaign Organisation, was arrested on May 9, 2016 for allegedly receiving N840m during the build-up to the 2015 presidential election.
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