EFCC Detains 10 Officers for Alleged Theft of Foreign Currency and Gold
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained 10 officers from its Lagos Zonal Command over the alleged theft of operational items, including foreign currency and gold, from the agency’s exhibit room.
In a statement on Wednesday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale revealed that the arrests were ordered by the Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, as part of efforts to rid the commission of corruption.
“The detained officers are under investigation for missing items they couldn’t account for. Significant progress is being made, and those found guilty will face disciplinary action,” Oyewale said.
The development follows the EFCC’s recent dismissal of 27 personnel for fraudulent activities—a historic move commended by the group Journalists Against Corruption (JAC).
JAC’s Project Coordinator, Kehinde Osifisan, lauded the EFCC leadership, stating, “This marks the first time the commission has taken such decisive action against misconduct, showcasing its commitment to a corruption-free agency.”
The EFCC pledged to continue its internal reforms to uphold integrity in its fight against corruption.
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