Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has criticized the repackaging and resale of government aid meant for the public. He said this practice disrupts the government’s efforts to help those in need.
Olukoyede made these comments during a meeting with Olatunji Bello, CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), in Abuja.
In a statement released on Friday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale reported that Olukoyede asked the FCCPC to share information with the EFCC to improve its operations. He noted that the FCCPC had already identified issues with the diversion of palliatives and emphasized that working together would help prevent these crimes.
Olukoyede stated, “When the government provides aid, it often doesn’t reach the people it’s meant for. Instead, some people repackage, rebrand, and sell it. This is why it’s important for you to share your findings with us. Effective sanctions are needed to deter such actions. We are committed to working closely with you to ensure our efforts make a difference.”
Bello explained that his visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between the FCCPC and the EFCC to enhance the delivery of the FCCPC’s responsibilities. He said, “We believe in working together. We need to use each other’s strengths, especially in surveillance and investigation related to consumer protection. Our goal is to safeguard the interests of Nigerian consumers.”
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