‘AMCON DIDN’T TAKE OVER KASHAMU’S HOTELS’

The media office of the Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Senator Buruji Kashamu has described as untrue media reports that the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has taken over some hotels belonging to the lawmaker.

A statement issued by the Media Adviser to Senator Kashamu, Austin Oniyokor, said, “The report is a mere fabrication and a desperate attempt by the Senator’s detractors to link him with an issue that does not concern him in any way.

“There is no court order permitting AMCON to take over any of the Senator’s properties. He does not have any hotel in Ikeja and the one in Victoria Island has since been rebranded. It is now BWC Hotels. The hotel is being managed by a team of expatriates and local personnel.

“It should be pointed out that Best Western is an international franchise that can be bought by anyone who can afford the fees. The chain of hotels under the Best Western brand are independently owned and operated. Thus, if Best Western Hotel in Ikeja or anywhere has any issues with AMCON, it does not in any way concern the Distinguished Senator Buruji Kashamu. Such hotels have their promoters, directors and shareholders who are separate and distinct individuals.  

“We wish to assure all the fans, friends and associates of the Distinguished Senator Buruji Kashamu that there is no cause for alarm. None of his properties is being occupied by AMCON or any agency of government.

“We advise reporters, media organisations and purveyors of false information to always cross-check their reports and verify their authenticity before going public in order to avoid the embarrassment that this kind of falsehood can cause the reporters, media organisations and those at the receiving end. But, for those who may wish to continue to spread the falsehood after this rejoinder, we may have no other choice than to seek redress in the court.”