10 EFCC Officers Detained Over Disappearance of Jewelry and Cash Worth $400,000 at Lagos Office
In a shocking development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is grappling with a major scandal involving the disappearance of cash and valuable items from its Lagos Zonal Command. According to reliable sources, between $350,000 and $400,000 in cash, along with expensive jewelry and other high-value assets, have reportedly gone missing.
The incident follows closely on the heels of the EFCC’s dismissal of 27 officers earlier this week due to misconduct and fraudulent activities, which raises questions about the agency’s internal accountability and oversight. The dismissals, made public on Monday, were based on recommendations from the EFCC Staff Disciplinary Committee and were approved by the agency’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
As investigations into the missing funds and items continue, the EFCC is facing significant scrutiny, as it attempts to regain public trust. Once regarded as Nigeria’s foremost institution combating financial crimes, the agency now finds itself embroiled in a scandal that highlights potential gaps in its internal controls.
At the time of reporting, attempts to contact the EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, for a statement on the issue were unsuccessful, which has raised further concerns regarding the transparency of the ongoing investigation.
This latest incident underscores the ongoing challenges facing the EFCC in maintaining its integrity, and it remains to be seen what actions the agency will take to address this latest debacle and restore public confidence in its operations.
