The Nigerian Army and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have renewed their commitment to closer cooperation against economic and financial crimes, with both institutions stressing that stronger teamwork is vital to tackling cybercrime, corruption and insecurity.
The commitment was made on Wednesday, 29 July, when the Commander of the 3 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Kano, Brigadier General S.A. Jimoh, paid a courtesy visit to the Acting Zonal Director of the EFCC Kano Directorate, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Friday S. Ebelo, at the Commission’s office in Kano.
The visit is significant because both agencies see closer cooperation as necessary to protect Nigeria’s security, economy and international image.
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The meeting focused on strengthening the existing working relationship between the military and the anti graft agency as both institutions continue efforts against financial crimes and insecurity.
It also drew attention to cybercrime, which both sides identified as a serious issue affecting the country’s future and reputation.
Jimoh used the visit to commend the EFCC for what he described as its steady work against corruption.
He said the agency has become an important institution in Nigeria’s fight against financial misconduct and pledged that the Army would continue to strengthen its relationship with the Commission.
Cybercrime becomes shared security priority
While praising the EFCC, Jimoh warned that cybercrime among young Nigerians deserves greater attention.
He urged the Commission to intensify its work against the crime, saying it poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s image and the future of many young people.
He also stressed that the partnership between the Nigerian Army and the EFCC plays an important role in protecting national security and supporting economic stability.
Explaining his position, Jimoh said:
“One can only imagine the state of this country without the EFCC. The level of corruption and financial malpractices would have been unimaginable.
The Commission has proven itself to be the watchdog of this nation, and we are committed to further cementing the relationship between our two institutions.”
His remarks placed equal attention on corruption and cybercrime, presenting both as threats that require security agencies to work closely together instead of acting separately.
EFCC pledges full support for joint operations
Responding to the Army commander’s remarks, Ebelo assured the Nigerian Army that the Commission would continue to cooperate whenever needed.
He stressed that effective relationships between security agencies are essential in achieving their shared responsibilities.
He said, “The EFCC is ready to work with the Nigerian Army at any time. We are just a phone call away. We must treat one another as children of the same father with different mothers serving the same mandate which is ensuring Nigeria’s internal security and be patriotic in defending its international image.”
Ebelo also urged security agencies and other stakeholders to work with one purpose in protecting the country.
He said unity among institutions is necessary for Nigeria’s progress and for safeguarding the country’s image before the international community.
Both sides reaffirmed their readiness to strengthen cooperation in dealing with corruption, economic crimes and insecurity.
Their discussions revealed a belief that effective coordination between security institutions can improve efforts to protect the country while also addressing cybercrime, which has become an increasing source of concern because of its effect on Nigeria’s reputation and young population.
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