The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the dismissal of 27 officers for offenses related to fraudulent activities and misconduct.
In a statement issued on Monday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the decision, explaining that it followed recommendations by the Staff Disciplinary Committee and was approved by the agency’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. The identities of the dismissed officers were not disclosed.
“Every modicum of allegation against any staff of the Commission would always be investigated, including a trending $400,000 claim of a yet-to-be-identified supposed staff of the EFCC against a Sectional Head,” the statement read.
The EFCC reiterated its commitment to maintaining its core values and upholding integrity, emphasizing that no misconduct would be tolerated.
In addition to addressing internal misconduct, the commission warned the public about impostors and blackmailers posing as EFCC officials to extort money from high-profile individuals. It cited a recent case involving two individuals, Ojobo Joshua and Aliyu Hashim, who were arraigned before Justice Jude Onwuebuzie of the FCT High Court, Abuja. The suspects allegedly contacted a former Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Mohammed Bello-Kaka, demanding $1 million to secure a “soft landing” from the EFCC Chairman on a non-existent investigation.
The commission clarified that Chairman Ola Olukoyede remains a figure of integrity and is not susceptible to monetary inducements. It urged the public to report any fraudulent activities involving impersonators to the EFCC.
The agency reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on corruption and promised to address both internal and external breaches effectively.
