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.

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.

ADC Seeks Urgent Clarification On Reporters Of Ransom Payment, Prisoner Releases In Papiri School Abduction Case

ADC seeks urgent clarification on reporters of ransom payment, prisoner releases in Papiri School abduction case – says Tinubu Government’s hypocrisy encouraging kidnapping.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded urgent clarification from the Federal Government over international media reports alleging that the Tinubu administration paid over N10 billion in ransom and released two senior Boko Haram commanders to secure the release of abducted pupils and staff of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri.

In a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, the party stated that while it welcomed the safe return of all abducted victims, it warned that such deal contradicts the Federal Government’s public posturing against ransom payments and risks undermining Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts by potentially financing terror networks.

The full statement read:

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reviewed reports in sections of the international media alleging that the Federal Government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, paid a ransom of over N10 billion and released two senior Boko Haram commanders to secure the release of the abducted pupils and school staff of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri.

We recall that shortly after the kidnapped victims were released the Federal Government as well as the various security agencies denied variously that government paid any ransom to secure their release. The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu reportedly described ransom payments as “one of the worst things” promoting insecurity in the country. Quite significantly, the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, expressly outlaws negotiations and ransom payments to kidnappers and terrorists.

However, what this report would mean is that government has been doing brisk business with terrorists all along and passing off ransom payments as rescue operations.

Allegations of ransom payments at this scale, and the possible release of high-value terror elements, raise serious concerns about terrorism financing, the rule of law, and the safety of citizens. Nigeria cannot claim to discourage ransom payments while operating in a manner that, if confirmed, rewards terror networks, incentivises future abductions, and puts more communities at risk.

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Accordingly, the ADC calls on the Federal Government to issue a categorical explanation on whether any ransom, directly or indirectly, was paid in relation to the Papiri abduction, and whether any detainees or captured terror actors were released, exchanged, or otherwise discharged as part of negotiations.

While government maybe acting under pressure to win short term political gains for bringing kidnapped victims back home, its hypocritical posture on the issue of ransom payments risks confusing citizens and promoting the vicious cycle of kidnapping in the country.

No serious government will sacrifice national security principles on the altar of political expediency and short term media applause.

Signed:

Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi
National Publicity Secretary
African Democratic Congress (ADC)