The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has vowed to intensify its scrutiny of local government activities. This commitment comes in the wake of a recent Supreme Court ruling that granted financial autonomy to local governments.
The pledge was made during a national dialogue organized by Agora Policy in Abuja on Monday. The event, themed “Enthroning Accountability in Local Government in Nigeria,” provided a platform for discussing the future of local governance in the country.
Friday Ebelo, representing the EFCC Chairman, emphasized that good governance relies on accountability, transparency, and citizen participation. “For these elements to be effective, we need dedicated and development-minded individuals to manage local government administrations,” Ebelo stated.
The EFCC underscored its dedication to ensuring that local governments are accountable for their activities, particularly in critical areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. The commission warned against complacency, asserting that “business as usual” would no longer be acceptable.
This proactive stance reflects the EFCC’s commitment to ensuring that the benefits of governance are felt by citizens in their everyday lives.
