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EFCC chairman: Our investigators taking bribes

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, says some investigators of the anti-graft agency take bribes and compromise the fight against corruption in the country.

Olukoyede made the disclosure in his New Year address to EFCC officials at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

The EFCC chairman, who described the situation as embarrassing for the anti-graft agency, said the Department of Internal Affairs has been directed to be more ardent in its work and monitor every staff in all their engagements.

He warned that such conduct would no longer be tolerated under his leadership, adding that he would not hesitate to punish any officer who tarnishes the image of the EFCC.

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He said: “At this point, I need to strongly reiterate the issue of discipline,  integrity and sense of responsibility in the way we do our work.  Public opinions about the conduct of some of our investigators are adverse.

“The craze and quest for gratification, bribes and other compromises by some of our investigators are becoming too embarrassing and this must not continue. Let me sound a note of warning in this regard. I will not hesitate to wield the big stick against any form of infraction by any staff of the commission.

“The Department of Internal Affairs has been directed to be more ardent in its work and monitor every staff in all their engagements. The image of the commission is too important to be placed on the line by any corrupt officer.”

Olukoyede further stated that steps were already being taken to improve the welfare of EFCC officials, saying: “The new year promises to bring smiles on the faces of staff across all the commands. We will continue to do our best to put all of you at your best.  However, to whom much is given, much is expected.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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