In an update published by ThisDay, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced the termination of over 40 officers found guilty of corruption and professional misconduct, while simultaneously opening new directorates in Katsina, Anambra, and Ekiti states.
The anti-graft agency stated that internal disciplinary measures are critical to restoring public trust and maintaining integrity within law enforcement institutions.
The establishment of new regional operational headquarters is aimed at decentralizing anti-corruption investigations, curbing financial intelligence abuses, and prosecuting economic crimes closer to subnational jurisdictions.
Validating reports by *Daily Nigerian* cited EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, stating that “more than 40 staff members have been dismissed for corruption and financial malpractice as part of sweeping internal reforms.” In parallel coverage, *Tribune* noted that “the EFCC has expanded its operational presence with the establishment of new directorates in Katsina, Anambra, and Ekiti states to strengthen financial enforcement.”
Echotitbits take:
Simultaneously cleaning up internal structures while expanding operational reach is essential for maintaining institutional legitimacy. Expanding directorates to additional states will likely improve investigation turnarounds for local tax evasion and public financial mismanagement cases.
Source: The Cable – https://www.thecable.ng/olukoyede-efcc-dismissed-over-40-staff-for-corruption-financial-malpractice-in-three-years/, September 1, 2026
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