The American International School in the Federal Capital Territory has provided additional information regarding its decision to remit fees paid by former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Contrary to some media reports suggesting that the institution was still in the process of turning over the funds, the statement clarified that it had already done so, as confirmed by the EFCC Chairman.
In a statement signed by the Head of the school, Greg Heghes, the international co-educational institution, established in 1993, stated that "our compliance to remit these funds underscores our commitment to upholding institutional integrity and our respect for the National Institution of Nigeria."
Further explaining, the statement said, "Upon learning that the school fees we accepted in good faith were in fact part of an ongoing case with the EFCC, we turned over these funds in compliance with the Federal Commission's request."
The statement did not name Bello directly, but the reference to a "Family with children enrolled at the school" was clear enough in the light of recent media reports. Citing the sub judice status of the issue due to the ongoing case between the EFCC and Bello, the school asserted that "we will refrain from making any further comment at this time."
