Abdulkarim Chukkol, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) interim chairman, called on law enforcement authorities in West Africa to work closely together.
Chukkol made the announcement while opening an EFCC-sponsored peer exchange programme for Ghana’s Economic and Organised Crime Office at the Rockview Hotel in Abuja.
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He said that an alliance of this kind will be helpful in the region’s fight against economic and financial crime.
The EFCC Chairman said;
This study tour holds immense importance as it offers the unique opportunity to engage in peer learning through the exchange of knowledge, experiences and best practices in the field of law enforcement and anti-corruption efforts.
I believe together we can contribute to strengthening the fight against economic and financial crimes and the promotion of the rule of law in our respective countries.
The EFCC boss stated that the study tour will create valuable insights that could help refine approaches and enhance the capabilities of the respective agencies.
He said:
We aim to foster long-term collaborations and establish enduring relationships that extend beyond the duration of this visit. There is no doubt that the benefit of this study will extend to both our agencies and our nations at large.
As neighboring countries within the West African region, learning from each other’s successes and challenges can help us strengthen the foundation of our law enforcement systems and build a better future for our societies.”
In her remark, the Executive Director, EOCO, Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, stressed the importance of collaboration and cooperation among nations and institutions in surmounting the challenges affecting the West-African sub-region.
She noted that such collaborative arrangement provides a platform for learning and sharing relevant experiences and expertise which are essential for combating crime from a law enforcement perspective.
