The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has dismissed reports suggesting it plans to investigate immediate past Governor Udom Emmanuel.
Deputy Speaker Kufreabasi Edidem, in a statement issued in Uyo on Tuesday, described the media claims as baseless and misleading.
According to him, the Assembly has not set up any committee to probe the former governor.
“Our attention has been drawn to a newspaper report of Monday, August 11, alleging that Mr Udom Emmanuel is facing a probe by the House. There is no truth in that publication it is speculative, unfounded, and does not represent any resolution of the Assembly,” Edidem said.
He explained that during plenary on August 7, a member representing Mkpat Enin State Constituency, Uwem Imoh-Ita, raised a Matter of Urgent Public Importance over unpaid salaries of Coconut Plantation workers for seven months.
“In line with procedure, an ad hoc committee was set up to investigate the matter and report back within one month. The committee has not yet submitted its findings,” he clarified.
The Deputy Speaker urged journalists to exercise due diligence by cross-checking facts with the legislature before publishing. He noted that responsible reporting helps strengthen democratic processes, while misinformation weakens public trust.
Edidem further emphasised that the Assembly remains committed to transparency, fairness, and addressing matters that directly impact the welfare of citizens. He called on the public to disregard unfounded rumours and rely on credible, verifiable information from authorised sources.