The League of Patriotic Lawyers has urged the federal government to strengthen the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to enable it go after all former and serving public officials who embezzled public funds.
It said Nigerians should support the agency in its quest to rid Nigeria of corruption, reports The Nation.
Speaking with reporters yesterday in Lagos, Chair of the body, Abubakar Yesufu, said the commission should be commended for recovering funds from former governors and others.
“Nigerians should support EFCC and its leadership from the suffocating grip of some members of the ruling class, especially the irresponsible court cases initiated by some governors with ostensible skeletons in their cupboard.
“We commend the commission for the arrest of former governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa. It is professional and clinical. If there is any cynic about efficacy and relevance of the commission, this arrest would be a ‘shut up’ to them.
“This arrest is yet another testimony that EFCC has to be further strengthened and encouraged as it remains the redeeming feature of this administration. Whether in going after former governors or recovery of illicit funds, EFCC remains strong and adorable.With over N300 billion as recovered and more than 3000 convictions, EFCC must continue to hoist our flag of honesty. With this yet another arrest , EFCC is a leading light in the fight against corruption in Nigeria and globally.
“Little therefore wonders, that the FBI has designated it a useful alley or partner to collaborate with in its fight against financial heist. We urge the commission and its leadership not to be intimidated by cowardly governors shopping for judicial forum to undo its good works.This is not the time to look back.”
