AdminThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and major law enforcement agencies in Abia State have reiterated their collaborative commitment to combating economic and financial crimes, as well as other forms of corruption, in the state and across the country.
This was the outcome of the discussions between the Acting Zonal Director of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE 1 Oshodi Johnson and agency bosses during courtesy visits to the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Department of State Security (DSS), and the 14 Brigade, Nigerian Army, all in Abia.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelDuring his trips on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 8 and 9, 2025, Oshodi made his first call to the NSCDC’s Abia State Command. Mr. Akinsola Aderemi, the Corps Commandant in the State, committed to respond quickly to any demand for reinforcement or intelligence sharing whenever necessary, as long as the goal is to combat crime.
At the NIS Command, the State Comptroller, Dr. Samuel U. Agba assured Oshodi that the working relationship between the NIS and the Commission would be sustained to ensure that the end result of ridding the country of economic crimes is well achieved. “Both agencies have always worked together and we will continue to work together in the area of proper scrutiny of international passports and keeping a watch list on corrupt politicians and individuals at the border posts around the country,” he said.
During the visit to the Department of State Security, Oshodi commended the DSS for its continuous partnership with the Commission, especially in intelligence sharing and tracking of criminals and called for the strengthening of collaboration with the EFCC.
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In his response, the State Director, Mr. Ibrahim Abdullahi, recalled the working relationship between the DSS and the EFCC and stressed the need for both agencies to continue to work together. “Inter-agency collaboration is key for any agency of government to succeed on its mandate”, he said.
At the 14 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General H.M. Bello commended the Zonal Director for his effort at ensuring that the cordial working relationship with the Army is maintained.
According to him, the Army and the Commission have enjoyed a very cordial working relationship in the areas of combined operational task force and training of some of the Commission’s officers.
“The Commission has already proven to be the best in conduct, operation and has contributed immensely to the development of Nigeria’s economy. The EFCC is one agency that we are very comfortable with, and we always feel at home with your organisation. We feel confident when we see your men working and I always see professionalism and confidence,” Bello stated.
He urged the officials of the anti-graft agency to maintain the standard which the organisation is known for all over the globe.
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He also underscored the need for inter-agency collaboration in the fight against corruption, adding that no agency can do it alone. “Everyone is important in this fight as the overall objective is the same and I pray that this bond grows stronger,” he added.
He further suggested that training sessions should be organised for his officers, to broaden their knowledge on new and existing trends in financial crimes, in order not to fall prey to some cyber fraudsters or breach existing laws on financial transactions.
Oshodi thanked the Commander for his words of encouragement and promised to maintain the tempo with strict adherence to professionalism and courage in the discharge of the Commission’s mandate.
