Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has called on the National Assembly to prioritize the creation of dedicated special courts for corruption cases, arguing that such a measure would expedite justice delivery and signal Nigeria's unwavering commitment to eradicating graft on the global stage.
Speaking at the combined passing-out parade of 404 Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) cadets at the Nigeria Police Mobile Force Training College in Ende Hills, Akwanga Local Government Area, Gov. Sule highlighted the crippling delays plaguing the country's judicial system.
"Cases take too long, and sometimes people escape justice, and even the EFCC loses interest in prosecuting old cases," he lamented, underscoring how prolonged trials undermine anti-corruption efforts.
The governor's proposal comes at a pivotal moment, coinciding with the ongoing review of Nigeria's 1999 Constitution—a process he described as a "golden opportunity" to enact sweeping reforms that bolster key national institutions.
By establishing specialized courts focused solely on corruption matters, Sule believes Nigeria could dramatically accelerate hearings and determinations, restoring public trust and enhancing the nation's international reputation.
"This will show the world that we are serious about tackling corruption," he asserted.Gov. Sule's remarks were delivered to an audience that included EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede and the newly graduated cadets—294 detective superintendents and 110 detective inspectors—who completed a rigorous training program designed to sharpen their skills in the fight against financial crimes.
In his address, the governor congratulated the cadets on their achievement and urged them to uphold the highest standards of integrity and patriotism in their roles.
He also praised the EFCC's recent accomplishments, noting that the agency secured over 4,000 convictions in the past year while managing a staggering 18,000 active cases, alongside thousands of ongoing investigations and unaddressed petitions.
Chairman Olukoyede, in his charge to the graduates, echoed the call for discipline, emphasizing that anti-graft operatives must be guided by "integrity, discipline, patriotism, and accountable conduct" to effectively combat Nigeria's pervasive corruption challenges.
He commended the cadets' dedication, positioning them as the next line of defense in the nation's battle against economic sabotage.
The event reflects the EFCC's expanding mandate amid Nigeria's entrenched corruption crisis, where high-profile scandals continue to erode investor confidence and hinder development.
Gov. Sule, a vocal advocate for institutional reforms, also took the opportunity to thank the National Assembly for its past support in anti-corruption initiatives, while pressing lawmakers to act swiftly on his special courts recommendation.
He further referenced broader national renewal efforts, such as the recent change of the national anthem, as evidence of President Bola Tinubu's vision for a more unified and opportunity-rich Nigeria.
While no immediate responses from federal lawmakers were available at the time of the parade, the proposal aligns with longstanding calls from civil society groups and international partners for judicial efficiencies to tackle impunity.
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