EFCC Opens New Office in Awka to Combat Financial Crimes
On October 2, 2026, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) inaugurated its regional office in Awka, Anambra State, with notable attendees including Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, Anambra State Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, and EFCC Chairman Olanipekun Olukoyede. President Bola Tinubu was represented by Abbas at the event.
Olukoyede announced that over 60% of the EFCC's processes have been digitized and highlighted that the new zonal facility aims to enhance the commission's operational capacity and accountability oversight in Anambra and Imo states. He noted that the establishment of this office is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the fight against economic and financial crimes, which have seen a significant number of petitions and investigations.
The EFCC received 49,615 petitions from October 2023 to July 2024, with 39,632 cases investigated.
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