The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intervened in a dispute involving the alleged unauthorised sale of a property belonging to late Cross River State governorship candidate and elder statesman, Chief Wilfred Oden Inah.
The intervention follows petitions from members of the deceased’s family over the alleged sale of the property located at No. 63 Ibom Layout, Calabar, which they insist was not approved by all beneficiaries.
EFCC Invites Eldest Son Over Property Sale
Sources said the EFCC invited the first son of the deceased, Mr. Maurice Inah, to explain the circumstances surrounding the transaction.
He was reportedly questioned over the sale of the property, which was allegedly transferred to Mr. Emmanuel Emele for about ₦100 million.
According to family sources, Maurice was later detained but has since failed to return for further questioning, reportedly citing health challenges as reason for his absence.
Family Dispute Over Alleged Unauthorized Sale
Members of the Inah family have accused Maurice of selling the property without collective consent, insisting that the transaction violated their late father’s wishes regarding the estate.
One of the sons, Mr. Ofem Inah, described the sale as unacceptable, claiming the property was significantly undervalued.
“Our father’s position on the property was clear… it was to remain in the family and was not to be sold,” he said.
He alleged that the property—comprising a block of four flats and surrounding land—was valued between ₦300 million and ₦400 million, making the reported sale price questionable.
‘We Want Justice’ — Family Demands Reversal
Another sibling, Mrs. Mildred Ikheloa (née Inah), called for justice, insisting that their father’s wishes must be respected.
She demanded the reversal of the transaction and refund of the buyer’s payment, stating that due process was not followed.
“The money paid should be refunded to the buyer, and the property returned to the family,” she said.
EFCC Yet to Issue Official Statement
When contacted, Mr. Maurice Inah neither confirmed nor denied the allegations, describing the matter as a family issue and promising to provide clarification later.
The EFCC has yet to issue an official statement on the matter as investigations continue.
