EFCC Partner Police Against Corruption In Kwara

EFCC partner police against corruption in Kwara. Ms Ugo-Ali described the Nigerian police as a critical stakeholder and a strategic partner in the anti-corruption crusade.

The Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin, has said it is ready to deepen collaboration with the Nigeria Police.

The zonal director, Victoria Ugo-Ali, made the statement on Tuesday in Ilorin during a courtesy visit to the Kwara Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo.

She said the visit was part of efforts to strengthen inter-agency cooperation in the fight against corruption and financial crimes and to familiarise herself with the state’s police leadership.

Ms Ugo-Ali described the Nigerian police as a critical stakeholder and a strategic partner in the anti-corruption crusade.

She said the EFCC’s success in tackling economic and financial crimes hinged on the police support and collaboration, calling them the foundation of law enforcement operations in the country.

The zonal director highlighted key operational areas where enhanced police cooperation would be required, particularly in intelligence sharing, joint investigations, and enforcement activities.

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She stressed that stronger collaboration would further boost the effectiveness of both agencies.

In his response, CP Ojo expressed appreciation for the visit and commended the EFCC for its sustained efforts in combating corruption and financial crimes.

He assured the zonal director of the command’s continued support, reaffirming the police’s commitment to working closely with the commission to achieve their shared mandate.

Mr Ojo also reaffirmed his dedication to maintaining a robust working relationship to strengthen law enforcement and promote accountability in Kwara and beyond.

Reveals: Why Egbetokun Resigned As IG

Reveals: Why Egbetokun resigned as IG. The Presidency has confirmed the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun as the Inspector-General of Police.

It said the former police boss resigned from office, citing family issues that require his undivided attention.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a response to an inquiry by PUNCH Online, saying, “The IGP resigned in a letter today, citing family issues which require his undivided attention.”

However, multiple Presidency sources told our correspondent that Egbetokun was asked to step down during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday evening.

“It was in that meeting he was asked to go,” a highly placed official in the Presidency stated on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter.

Our correspondent observed the IGP’s official vehicle, a Toyota Land Cruiser with number plate NPF-01, parking at the forecourt of the Presidential Villa around 6:40 pm on Monday.

Egbetokun, dressed in his black uniform without his cap, alighted from the vehicle and turned back to ask for his notepad from an aide who briskly reached into the vehicle and handed it to him.

The IGP arrived at approximately the same time governors were arriving for an interfaith breaking of fast with the President, raising initial uncertainty about the purpose of his visit.

However, another source at the Villa confirmed that Egbetokun was specifically summoned that evening by the President.

Security officials who confided in our correspondent said the IGP returned to the State House at about 8:00 pm as his vehicle was subjected to search by DSS operatives at the Villa.

Egbetokun, who was appointed IGP on June 19, 2023, has faced mounting criticism over the nation’s deteriorating security situation, particularly the wave of kidnappings, banditry, and terrorist attacks across multiple states.

Recent high-profile incidents include the abduction of nearly 300 schoolchildren from St. Mary’s boarding school in Niger State in November 2025, mass killings in Kwara State communities in February 2026, and persistent kidnappings along major highways.

Why Egbetokun Resigned As IG

The President, during Monday’s Iftar with governors, had pledged that the establishment of state police to combat insecurity would not be postponed, declaring that “security is the foundation of prosperity.”

“Without it, farms cannot flourish, businesses cannot grow, and families cannot sleep in peace. We will establish state police to curb insecurity,” Tinubu had stated at the event.

Before his appointment as IGP, Egbetokun served as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigations Department.

He succeeded Usman Alkali Baba, whose tenure expired in September 2023 after an extension granted by former President Muhammadu Buhari.

The IGP resigned in a letter today, citing family issues which require his undivided attention.

Witness Narrates How Governor’s Aide Lured Her: S3xtortion

Witness narrates how Governor’s aide lured her: S3xtortion. The trial of a former Special Adviser to the Benue State Governor on Documentation, Research and Planning, Dr. Donatus Aondona Mkor, continue on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 before Justice M.O. Olajuwon of the Federal High Court sitting in Lafia, Nasarawa State, as the EFCC presented its second witness, Aluka Seembe, who told the court how the Governor’s aide lured her to get canal knowledge of her.

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The case has been adjourned to March 19, 2026 for continuation of trail. Visit www.efcc.gov.ng for more details and other stories.