EFCC Recovers ₦500bn Under Tinubu Administration, Reveals Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered assets valued at over ₦500 billion within the two years of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
Shettima made this disclosure on Monday while declaring open the 7th edition of a three-day capacity-building workshop for judges and justices, jointly organised by the EFCC and the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in Abuja, according to Channels Television.
The Vice President said the recoveries highlight the administration’s unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. He noted that President Tinubu’s policy of non-interference in the operations of anti-graft agencies has empowered them to effectively carry out their mandates without political influence.
“As an administration, we have prioritised public accountability by strengthening the anti-corruption agencies and giving them the needed independence to execute their statutory mandates,” Shettima, who represented President Tinubu at the event, said.
He commended the EFCC for its renewed drive in tackling corruption and recovering looted funds, stressing that the government remains resolute in its determination to restore integrity in public institutions and ensure that public resources are used for the collective good.
Shettima also emphasised the critical role of the judiciary in sustaining the anti-corruption war, describing judges and justices as key partners in ensuring that justice is served fairly and efficiently in all corruption-related cases.
“Our collective progress as a nation depends on the strength of our institutions and the courage of those who administer justice. We are committed to ensuring that our judiciary remains independent and adequately equipped to handle corruption and financial crime cases,” he added.
The Vice President further reaffirmed the federal government’s resolve to continue supporting the EFCC, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), and other relevant agencies in promoting transparency and good governance.
The workshop, themed “Strengthening Judicial Capacity for Effective Adjudication of Financial and Economic Crimes Cases”, brings together judges, justices, and legal experts to enhance their capacity in handling corruption and financial crimes cases efficiently.
The EFCC has, in recent years, intensified its recovery efforts through asset tracing, forfeiture proceedings, and strategic collaboration with local and international partners.
