Former Secretary to the Bauchi State Government (SSG), Barrister Ibrahim Kashim, has issued a strong rebuttal against allegations of financial misconduct made by Governor Bala Mohammed. Kashim categorically stated that he was never indicted, investigated, or found guilty of any fraud during his tenure.
Kashim's Forceful Denial and Challenge
In a statement released on Friday, the former SSG reacted to the governor's claims that his removal from office was linked to alleged fraud. Kashim described these allegations as "unfortunate, misleading, and entirely untrue." He went a step further by directly challenging Governor Mohammed to provide evidence for his claims in a competent court of law.
"At no time during my tenure as Secretary to the State Government was I indicted, queried, investigated, or found culpable of any act of fraud or financial impropriety," Kashim declared. He emphasized that no panel of inquiry, audit report, or anti-corruption agency has ever linked him to any fraudulent activity while in office.
Defending His Record and Service
Kashim stressed that his resignation was not connected to any wrongdoing. He asserted that he served the state with integrity, transparency, and a strict adherence to the law. The former SSG expressed his readiness to provide a full account of his stewardship to any competent authority or to the Nigerian public at any time.
He expressed deep concern over what he sees as a trend of creating false narratives against former officials to justify current situations. According to Kashim, such actions damage personal reputations and undermine the principles of fairness and accountability that are essential for healthy public discourse.
Vowing to Set the Record Straight
Barrister Ibrahim Kashim announced his intention to address the media and the public comprehensively in the coming days. He promised to provide a detailed response and present verifiable facts to clear his name in the court of public opinion. His final remark, "Talk is cheap, facts are sacred," underscored his confidence in his position and his determination to confront the allegations head-on.
The public dispute between the former SSG and the sitting governor highlights ongoing tensions and raises questions about accountability and political narratives within Bauchi State's administration.
