NCS commends EFCC on unwavering efforts in tackling corruption

Stanley Ihedigbo

Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on its relentless efforts to ensure that economic and financial criminals are brought to justice and towards more prosperous economic growth of the country.

According to the Head, Media and Publicity, EFCC, Mr. Dele Oyewale, the Customs Area Controller of the Oyo/Osun Area Command, Comptroller J.O. Adelaja gave the commendation, when he led a delegation of NCS top officers in the zone on a familiarization visit to the Acting Zonal Director, Ibadan Directorate of the EFCC, Assistant Commander of EFCC, ACE 1 Hauwa Garba Ringim.

Adelaja noted that the EFCC, over the years, has “demonstrated commitment to national security, rule of law, and economic integrity in tackling financial crimes, money laundering, and illicit trade activities that undermine the economic growth of the country,” and disclosed that the NCS acknowledged “the Commission’s unabated efforts to combat and curb corruption.”

Speaking further, he stated that NCS’ collaboration with the EFCC remained vital in identifying, investigating, and prosecuting those who commit financial crimes “and smugglers who exploit the nation’s borders and trade systems for illegal activities.” He called for the enhancement of intelligence sharing, operational coordination, and capacity building between both.

In her response, Ringim stated that the EFCC, under the leadership of Ola Olukoyede, was poised to collaborate with NCS in combating economic and financial crimes towards ensuring a safer and more prosperous Nigeria. She encouraged the NCS to intensify efforts against smuggling and illegal wildlife trafficking, as they posed serious economic crimes.