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Stakeholders Join Forces With EFCC To Tackle Corrupt Practices In Anambra
Stakeholders Join Forces With EFCC To Tackle Corrupt Practices In Anambra
Stakeholders join forces with EFCC to tackle corrupt practices in Anambra. In a renewed effort to strengthen inter-agency and institutional collaboration against economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption, the Anambra Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has embarked on a series of strategic courtesy visits and awareness campaign to critical law enforcement agencies, judicial and traditional institutions in the state.
To this end, the Anambra Zonal Director of the EFCC, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Ofen-Imu Atiba Sunday, on March 5, 2026, led a delegation to the State Director, Department of State Services, DSS, Anambra State, C. Anukposi; State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Anambra State, Akachia Godwin; State Comptroller, Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, Anambra State, Umerah Timothy Nwanegbo; State Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Anambra State, Bridget Asekhauno, State Commandant, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Anambra State, Onubogu Charles Orakwue and His Majesty, Igwe Chidubem Iweka, Eze Iweka III (Eze Ogalagidi), the Eze Obosi and Chairman of the Anambra State Traditional Council and cabinet members.
Speaking during the visits, the Acting Zonal Director emphasized that the fight against corruption required sustained cooperation and synergy among relevant institutions and community leaders. This, he said, will enhance intelligence gathering, strengthen prevention strategies and effective enforcement actions against economic and financial crimes. “Collaborative efforts among stakeholders which include community leaders are essential to safeguarding Nigeria’s economic stability and future”, he said.
Providing insight into crime patterns within the Directorate’s jurisdiction, which covers Anambra and Imo States, Sunday disclosed that preliminary crime analysis indicates that public sector corruption, land and property fraud, tax fraud, advance fee fraud, cybercrime, bank fraud and open market abuses remain the most prevalent crimes in the region,
Responding, Anukposi expressed strong support for the initiative and emphasized the importance of sustained synergy, intelligence sharing and coordinated operations among law enforcement and security agencies. He noted that corruption and economic crimes constitute serious threats to national security and economic stability, assuring the EFCC of his Service’s readiness to strengthen cooperation and undertake joint efforts where necessary to combat such crimes within the state.
Similarly, Godwin commended the Commission for its proactive engagement with sister agencies. He appreciated the existing collaboration between the Corps and the EFCC, particularly in the areas of illegal bunkering, vandalization of public assets and oil theft.
In his own response, Nwanegbo welcomed the engagement and reiterated the Service’s willingness to continue to collaborate with the EFCC, particularly in areas relating to border control, migration monitoring and intelligence support necessary for combating transnational financial crimes.
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Asekhauno also praised the Commission’s efforts in promoting accountability and transparency. She emphasized the need for continued partnership among public institutions to strengthen compliance with the rule of law and support national development. She equally enjoined the EFCC to take advantage of the Corps’ robust database in the fight against economic and financial crimes.
Orakwue, equally commended the initiative and assured the Commission of his Agency’s commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration in tackling criminal networks whose activities intersect with drug trafficking, money laundering and other economic crimes.
At the palace of His Majesty, the Eze Obosi, the royal father appreciated the EFCC’s engagement with traditional institutions and acknowledged the negative impact of corruption, economic and financial crimes on communities and development. The monarch pledged the support of the Anambra’s Traditional Council towards promoting cultural values, ethics and integrity.
He promised to mobilize other community leaders across the state to support the anti-corruption sensitization efforts at the grassroots level.
CBN: 30 Banks Meet New Capital Requirements
CBN: 30 Banks meet new capital requirements. The Central Bank of Nigeria says the banking sector recapitalisation programme introduced in 2024 is progressing steadily, with financial institutions strengthening their capital base to meet new regulatory thresholds.
A statement by the Acting Director of Corporate Communications at the bank, Hakama Sidi Ali, says thirty banks have already met the new minimum capital requirements tied to their respective licence categories.
The statement adds that thirty-three banks had raised additional capital through rights issues, initial public offerings and private placements as part of the recapitalisation programme.
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The CBN notes that the capital positions of the remaining banks are currently undergoing routine verification ahead of final confirmation of compliance within the stipulated timeline.
The apex bank reiterates that Nigeria’s banking system remains stable and sound, stressing that the recapitalisation initiative will further strengthen banks’ capacity to support households, businesses and sustainable economic growth.
Oyo: Hoodlums Attack LG Congresses Of Wike’s PDP Faction
Oyo: Hoodlums attack LG congresses of Wike’s PDP faction. Hoodlums disrupted Saturday’s local government congress of the Mr Nyesom Wike faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), leaving a trail of destruction of property and injuries.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that party members were attacked at Bodija, Ibadan North Local Government Area, and allegedly, at other venues of the congress across the state.
Hoodlums Attack LG Congresses Of Wike’s PDP Faction
According to a member of the faction, Julius Adekunle, the hoodlums attacked almost all the designated venues of the congresses across the state.
Works Minister Umahi Mourns HRH Eze Francis Igwe, Describes His De@th As Shocking
The Honourable Minister of Works, His Excellency, Senator Engr. David Nweze Umahi, CON, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of HRH Eze Francis Igwe, the revered traditional ruler and father of the former Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Barr. Kelechi Igwe.
HRH Eze Francis Igwe reportedly died in captivity after being abducted a few days ago, an incident that has sent shockwaves across Ebonyi State and beyond.
Reacting to the sad development, Senator Umahi described the news as shocking and heartbreaking.
“This is shocking, very sad and still feels like a dream. It is painful to imagine that such a respected elder and traditional ruler could meet such a tragic end,”.
Senator Umahi noted that the late monarch was widely respected for his wisdom, calm disposition, and dedication to the peace and development of his community. He said the death of the traditional ruler is not only a painful loss to his immediate family but also to the traditional institution and the entire Ebonyi State.
The Minister particularly expressed deep sympathy to Barr. Kelechi Igwe, who served as his Deputy Governor during his tenure as Governor of Ebonyi State, noting that the loss of a father under such painful circumstances is difficult to bear.
“I deeply feel the pain of my brother and former Deputy Governor, Barr. Kelechi Igwe, and the entire Igwe family at this moment. Losing a father is always painful, but the nature of this tragedy makes it even more heartbreaking. My prayers and thoughts are with the family,” he said.
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While commending security agencies for the swift arrest of those allegedly involved in the dastardly act, Senator Umahi expressed hope that justice will be fully served to bring some measure of closure to the grieving family and deter such crimes in society.
He prayed for God to grant the soul of the late monarch eternal rest and give the family, his community, and all who mourn him the strength to bear the painful loss.
“May God console the family and grant them the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. May the soul of HRH Eze Francis Igwe rest in perfect peace,” the Minister added.
Francis Nwaze, FIPMD
Senior Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister of Works (Media)
March 6, 2026
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