The Awka and Enugu Zonal Directorates of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger inter-zonal collaboration, intelligence sharing and operational synergy in the fight against corruption, economic and financial crimes across the south-east region.
This formed the crux of a strategic working visit by Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Ofen-Imu Atiba Sunday, the Acting Zonal Director, Awka Zonal Directorate of the Commission and his management team to the Commander of the EFCC, CE Daniel Isei, the Zonal Director, Enugu where both leaders deliberated on operational efficiency, logistics support, case management, intelligence coordination and collaborative enforcement strategies.
Speaking during the visit, Sunday, while appreciating Isei for his continued support towards the growth and operational stability of the newly-created Directorate in Awka, noted that even with logistical and operational challenges confronting the new Directorate, particularly in the area of manpower, mobility and forensic support, the Directorate was already recording impressive operational results.
“The records achieved within the short period of our operations have been remarkable and have further demonstrated the value of teamwork, mentorship and institutional cooperation. We have enormous intelligence and operational responsibilities before us, but logistics remain a major challenge. This is why collaboration, synergy and mutual support between Awka and Enugu Directorates are very crucial”, he said.
Responding, Isei commended the leadership of the Commission for establishing the Awka Directorate, describing the development as a strategic step towards strengthening the anti-corruption fight in the south-east. “The creation of Awka Directorate has significantly reduced operational pressure on Enugu and brought the services of the Commission closer to the people. It was both logical and operationally expedient”, he said.
While assuring the visiting team of Enugu Directorate’s unalloyed support particularly in the areas of joint operations, intelligence coordination, logistics and case management, the Director also emphasized the importance of mentorship, professional and institutional continuity within the Commission. “Nothing stops both Directorates from carrying out joint operations and intelligence sharing. What is important is our collective commitment to operational efficiency and effective service delivery. But it is also imperative to note that one of the greatest legacies an officer can leave behind is mentorship. Every officer must strive to transfer value, build capacity and inspire younger officers towards professionalism, integrity and excellence”, he said.
On operational cooperation, the Enugu Zonal Director encouraged both Directorates to prioritize collaborative strategies capable of improving investigation and prosecution outcomes across the region. He also stressed the need for administrative flexibility in the transfer and handling of cases between both Directorates, where necessary.
Highlight of the visit was the exchange of souvenirs by both Directors as a symbol of unity, institutional partnership and shared commitment to the anti-corruption mandate of the Commission.
