Corruption And Nepotism Allegations Rock Economic And Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)

 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently facing shocking allegations of corruption, promotion racketeering, and tribal favoritism, leading to the elevation of individuals from a particular region within the organization.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Daily Independent conducted an investigation that revealed alleged corruption in the handling of seized assets and proceeds of crime by the EFCC, with claims that the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice is implicated in the scandal.

According to sources within the EFCC, the leadership of the commission has been accused of running an extortionate regime facilitated by institutionalized nepotism…CONTINUE READING

Some governors have reportedly been blackmailed into paying hefty sums in hard currencies, and there are claims that the appointment of EFCC chairmen has been biased towards favoring a specific section of the country.

A group called ‘Progressive Nigerians’ addressed an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the ongoing schisms within the EFCC.

Officers from various operational zones corroborated the concerns raised in the letter.

Despite the allegations, the EFCC has remained tight-lipped and declined to comment on the matter.

The controversy also surrounds the emergence of Abdulrasheed Bawa as the chairman, with some insiders questioning the legality of the process.

The allegations of corruption and nepotism within the EFCC raise serious concerns about the integrity and transparency of the organization responsible for combating financial crimes in Nigeria.