Powerful Nigerians who might have dipped their hands in the public till during their tenure now have cause to worry as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu has insisted they must account for every kobo put under their watch.
Magu said yesterday that more influential Nigerians would soon be arrested to face prosecution as the commission under him has reinvigorated the anti-graft war in Nigeria.
The EFCC boss said this yesterday in Abuja at a forum with online and broadcast media managers, disclosing that, since his appointment as acting chairman, he has undertaken re-ordering of the agency’s priorities for effective implementation of its mandate.
“The effect of this, which is obvious for all to see, is the investigation, arrest and prosecution of some of the most powerful forces in Nigeria, who have questions to answer on their stewardship whilst in office.
“A former national security adviser, former ministers, former governors, serving and retired military men, a media mogul and several others, are among those we have called to answer critical questions concerning the management of our commonwealth.
“As we speak, many more influential Nigerians are on the radar of the EFCC and, in the coming weeks, they would have their days in court and Nigerians will be kept fully abreast of the results of our investigations,” he said.
The EFCC boss said in carrying out the mandate of the commission, he has been guided by three factors: the “fear of God, national interest and the rule of law.”