By Olokuta Rofiat
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has warned politicians and interest groups against attempts to discredit the agency as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections.
In a statement on Thursday in Abuja, EFCC spokesman Dele Oyewale said the commission had uncovered plans by paid operatives and disgruntled elements to launch media attacks against the agency and its Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. He said the campaigns are built on false claims of political bias aimed at intimidating the EFCC and weakening its anti corruption drive.
Oyewale said the commission would not be deterred by such pressure, stressing that it operates strictly within the provisions of its Establishment Act.
The EFCC reiterated that it is non partisan and investigates corruption cases involving individuals across party lines. It added that all suspects will be treated in line with the law and urged Nigerians to see the presumption of innocence as a constitutional principle, not a defence of any person under investigation.
