Anambra, Imo EFCC Regional Office not to hound but help states' finances - Olukoyede

Author: Joe ChukindiPublished on: October 2, 2026Country: Nigeria
Crime & Law
Anambra, Imo EFCC Regional Office not to hound but help states' finances - Olukoyede

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede stated that establishing a regional office in Awka for Anambra and Imo States is meant to assist and protect their financial activities, not to persecute residents. During the inauguration, he emphasized that the expansion brings the EFCC closer to economic activities and aims to prevent financial crimes through prevention, enforcement, and coordination. He highlighted the importance of identifying vulnerabilities early to avoid significant economic and social costs.

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