Nigerian anticorruption agency sacks 40 staff over misconduct allegations

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed over 40 staff members in the past three years due to alleged corruption and financial misconduct. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede announced the dismissals during an event highlighting the agency's achievements in Abuja. Five of the dismissed employees are facing prosecution, with cases being prepared against others. The EFCC, responsible for investigating financial crimes, has also reported significant asset recoveries and a high conviction rate during the same period. Olukoyede emphasized the importance of integrity within the agency to effectively combat corruption.

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman, Olukoyede, announced the dismissal of 40 agents for corruption. He emphasized the importance of integrity within the agency, stating that those fighting corruption must be clean themselves. While details on the specific corruption allegations were not provided, the EFCC highlighted its achievements over the past three years. Between October 2023 and July 2026, the commission recovered 1.23 trillion naira and secured over 10,872 convictions, with a conviction rate exceeding 75%. The EFCC's caseload has increasingly shifted towards cybercrime and fraud.