Ibrahim Magu, the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, has given details on the ongoing war against corruption in Nigeria.
The chair of the anti-graft commission during the forum with online and broadcast media managers has revealed that more famous Nigerians would soon be arrested to face prosecution.
Magu added that since his appointment as acting chief of the EFCC, he had undertaken the re-ordering of the agency’s priorities for effective implementation of its mandate.
He said: “The effect of this, which is obvious for all to see, is the investigation, arrest and prosecution of some of the most powerful forces in Nigeria, who have questions to answer on their stewardship whilst in office.
“A former National Security Adviser, former ministers, former governors, serving and retired military men, a media mogul and several others, are among those we have called to answer critical questions concerning the management of our commonwealth.
“As we speak, many more influential Nigerians are on the radar of the EFCC and, in the coming weeks, they would have their days in court and Nigerians will be kept fully abreast of the results of our investigations,” Magu noted.
He said in carrying out the mandate of the commission, he has been ruled by the “fear of God, national interest and the rule of law”.
Meanwhile, the EFCC boss, said the agency cannot succeed in carrying out its mandate without the support of the media.
Magu stated that the anti-graft commission already has the support of all relevant bodies and organizations.
According to him President Buhari totally supports the actions of the EFCC.
“By far more inspirational is the political will of Mr. President to fight corruption. This unbending will, which some now call body language has given the needed traction to the anti-graft campaign,” he said.
Magu cited Buhari as saying:“I don’t …tolerate corruption. When I was Head of State, I didn’t put anybody above the law. At this time, I assure you, I will not put anybody above the law… If anyone is caught, I will not only sack (him or her) but will ensure that the case is taken to court”.
The EFCC is currently investigated $2,2bn arms deal scandal, one of the biggest corruption cases of nowadays.
Many prominent Nigerians and leaders are being accused of collecting huge sums of money from the Office of the National Security Adviser Sambo Dasuki.
The anti-graft commission has just yesterday arrested the spokesperson of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party Olisa Metuh.
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