‘Ensure EFCC is free from political influence’ – Anti-corruption activist Hamzat Lawal tells Olukoyede

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Hamzat Lawal, the Chief Executive Officer of Connected Development, a leading Civil Society Organization, has urged the newly appointed Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , Olanipekun Olukoyede, to ensure the agency is not under the influence of politicians.

He also urged the new EFCC boss to maintain transparency and accountability within the agency and its operations to ensure public trust and credibility. He noted that efficient recovery and forfeiture of assets gained through corruption are pivotal and called for the anti-corruption agency to streamline the processes.”More importantly, he needs to uphold the independence of the EFCC in its operations, ensuring that it remains free from undue political influence.

 

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