The charade that took place at the Nigerian senate few days ago, regarding Ibrahim Magu confirmation as Chairman of Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) is another indication of how low the National Assembly has sunk. It has been clear for couple of months now that the senate has no intention of confirming Ibrahim Magu …
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Economic and Financial Crime Commission is Withering on the Vine
The most important and consequential agency established since Nigeria independence is gradually but surely withering on the vine. I call Economic and Financial Crime commission (EFCC) the most important agency in Nigeria today because it is an agency established for the sole purpose of solving the most pernicious and endemic problem that have bedeviled …
Nigeria War on Corruption at a Crossroad
Update: Article written before recent arrest of governors by EFCC Corruption in Nigeria is an ongoing nightmare. It is so endemic that it has permeated all sectors of Nigerian society. One cannot walk into most government offices and obtain help without offering bribe, commercial vehicle operators offer bribes to police at most check points. …