- Chukkol expresses concern over increasing corruption in public and private sectors, vows to confront it vigorously
- Newly sworn-in cadets reminded of their duty to maintain confidentiality and loyalty, warned of severe consequences for corruption, disloyalty, and disobedience
Abdulkarim Chukkol, the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has issued a stern warning to all staff members about leaking confidential information.
Addressing the audience at the EFCC Academy in Karu, Abuja, during the passing-out ceremony of the EFCC Detective Superintendent Course 9, Chukkol emphasized that any staff member found guilty of such actions would face immediate dismissal.
During his speech, Chukkol highlighted that upon joining the EFCC, staff members take an oath of secrecy as a commitment to safeguard classified information. He stressed the gravity of breaching this oath and made it clear that such actions would not be tolerated within the organization.
A total of 318 cadets participated in the course, and Chukkol revealed that they would be officially integrated into the commission. The move was aimed at bolstering the EFCC’s workforce in its relentless efforts to combat the escalating levels of corruption in the country.
Chukkol expressed concern over the increasing prevalence of corruption in both public and private sectors. He assured that EFCC operatives would vigorously enforce measures to confront this challenge head-on.
In conclusion, Chukkol reminded the newly sworn-in cadets of their duty to be loyal to the nation and the EFCC, while maintaining the utmost confidentiality in handling sensitive information. He sternly warned that any act of corruption, disloyalty, disobedience to authority, or insubordination would be met with severe consequences, leading to the immediate dismissal of those responsible.
Chukkol said, “The EFCC as you know, is championing the fight against these unwholesome acts being perpetrated by unscrupulous persons whose aim is gaining illicit wealth at the expense of the safety and security of the generality of the public and the image of our dear nation.
“Trends in economic and financial crimes keep evolving and the EFCC must continue to put up a fierce battle against them by prevention through sensitisation and enforcement to serve as deterrence.”
Speaking in the same vein, the Secretary to the Commission, George Ekpungu urged the graduands to uphold the highest levels of integrity and honesty and exhibit appreciable standards of decorum wherever they find themselves.
“We are EFCC, we uphold integrity, honesty, and the highest standards. What you are witnessing today, a lot of people sacrificed so many things. You must above all, operate in integrity. I am saying this today because I am the Chairman of the Appointment, Promotion, and Discipline Committee.
“If you do compromise your office, you will be sent back home to your parents. So parents caution your children on illegalities and avoid putting them under unnecessary pressure,” he said.