A Non-Governmental Organisation, Journalists Against Corruption (JAC) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the dismissal of 27 of its officials for fraudulent activities and misconduct.
In a statement in Abuja on Wednesday, JAC’s Project Coordinator, Kehinde Osifisan said: “This development marks the beginning of a new dawn in the EFCC. Since its inception in 2002, this is the first time that the commission will sack 27 members of staff in one fell swoop for fraudulent activities and misconduct.
“It speaks to the commitment of the Ola Olukoyede-led management to rid the commission of bad eggs. Indeed, a classic case of matching words with actions.
“We commend the leadership of the EFCC and urge it not to rest on its oars as the commission and its officials are expected, like Caesar’s wife, to live above board in the fight against corruption.
“We do hope that this singular action will serve as a check on other staff of the commission and make them to eschew any form of fraudulent act or misconduct”.
Last Wednesday , EFCC has terminated the appointments of 27 staff members for their involvement in fraudulent activities and professional misconduct.
According to a statement by its Head of Media and Publicity, Mr. Dele Oyewale, the commission highlighted its commitment to a zero-tolerance policy for corruption within its operations and among its workforce.
Oyewale said that the dismissal was based on recommendations from the EFCC Staff Disciplinary Committee and approved by Olukoyede.
Oyewale stated: “The officers were dismissed for various offences bordering on fraudulent activities and misconduct. This underscores the Commission’s dedication to maintaining integrity and accountability within its ranks”.
