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EFCC Dismisses Two Staff for Corruption, Promises Prosecution
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has disclosed that two staff members were recently dismissed over allegations of corruption.
Speaking at the 6th Annual Criminal Law Review Conference in Abuja, Olukoyede stressed the need for integrity within the agency. “You can’t be fighting corruption and have your hands dirty,” he said, adding that dismissed staff will also face prosecution.
The EFCC chairman urged Nigerians to report any misconduct within the agency, assuring them of swift action. He further emphasized the importance of integrity in the legal profession, noting that ethics and morality must guide every action.
Olukoyede reaffirmed his commitment to transparency, stating, “I have been investigated before, and I understand the process. My priority is to ensure the EFCC operates by the rule of law.”
He concluded by welcoming constructive criticism of the agency, provided it is done responsibly.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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