Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has finally bared his mind on the Acting Chairman of the EFCC, Ibrahim Magu…

Nuhu Ribadu and Ibrahim Magu

“I don’t think it is fair to reduce it to one single case, to judge the work one is doing, especially somebody who is heading an anti-corruption commission, who is heading the entire war or fight the government is doing against corruption and economic crimes.”

“There is no doubt, whether you like Magu or you hate him, you know he is a courageous person. There is no doubt that nobody can question the integrity of Magu. No!  I know him. I am very proud of him and I think he is doing a wonderful job.”

“Also, the number of cases in our courts today that are being prosecuted diligently, it tells you what is happening with the EFCC. Anybody can say anything, but, the responsibility of the EFCC is to investigate cases, build up cases, seize properties that are subject of investigation and then, go to court.”

“We have how many cases now? Hundreds of cases or even thousands. Every single day, there is an ongoing big EFCC case taking place in our courts. It tells you the story again of what is happening with the EFCC.”

“They are doing a very wonderful job and this is the most difficult job you can do in Nigeria. I can tell you. It is not a child’s play.”