…Describes allegation as politically motivated smear campaign
Omobolaji Adekunle
Former Bayelsa State governor and ex-Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva, has denied reports linking him to an alleged coup plot, describing the claims as false, malicious, and politically motivated.
In a statement issued yesterday by his Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs, Julius Bokoru, the former minister said he has no connection to any coup-related activities, reaffirming his commitment to democracy and loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Bokoru described the reports as part of a “deliberate smear campaign” orchestrated by political opponents seeking to tarnish Sylva’s image ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The allegations are entirely false and malicious. Chief Timipre Sylva has no link to any coup plot. His record in politics and governance has been one of dialogue, peace, and democratic engagement,” the statement read.
Bokoru confirmed that operatives believed to be from the Defence Headquarters recently raided Sylva’s Abuja residence, during which substantial damage was allegedly done to the property.
“For the avoidance of doubt, it is true that the residence of His Excellency, Chief Timipre Sylva, was recently subjected to a raid by individuals believed to be operatives of the Defence Headquarters. During the operation, considerable damage was inflicted on the property,” he said.
He added that no explanation had been given to the former governor or his family regarding the raid, noting that Sylva and his wife were outside the country at the time.
“As of my last communication with His Excellency, he was undergoing routine medical checks in the United Kingdom, after which he was scheduled to attend a professional conference in Malaysia,” Bokoru explained.
The statement reaffirmed Sylva’s loyalty to President Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting that no false narrative could alter his record of democratic service.
“Chief Sylva’s support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the APC is unwavering. His record speaks for itself, and no amount of political mischief will distort that reality,” Bokoru added.
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