The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Council
of Traditional Chiefs, His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari,
CFR, has pledged the unwavering support of the traditional institution of the
State to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in its relentless
fight against corruption.
The Emir gave this assurance in Ilorin on Wednesday,
April 23, 2025 while receiving the Ilorin Zonal Director of the EFCC, Mr.
Daniel Isei, who led members of the Directorate’s management team on a courtesy
visit to his Palace.
Sulu-Gambari lauded the EFCC’s efforts in
combating financial and economic crimes and assured the Zonal Office of his
full support. He described the people of Kwara as "very polite and
lovely," adding that the fight against corruption requires collective
resolve and community involvement.
The revered monarch, a former Justice of the Court of
Appeal, offered heartfelt prayers for the success of EFCC Executive Chairman,
Mr. Ola Olukoyede in the weighty responsibility entrusted to him. He fondly
recalled attending the commissioning of the Commission’s ultra-modern office in
Ilorin a few years ago and expressed readiness to continue supporting the
EFCC’s mission. He also extended the royal blessing to the zonal director
and his team, assuring them of the Palace’s readiness to assist whenever called
upon.
“You have our support, our prayers, and our doors are
always open,” he said.
Earlier in his remarks, Isei underscored the
critical role traditional rulers play in shaping public behavior and fostering
accountability within society.
“Though I have been in Ilorin for less than a month, I
chose to visit Your Royal Highness first because I recognize the pivotal role
of the traditional institution in building public trust and achieving
meaningful, lasting impact in the fight against corruption,” he said.
"I am operating within your domain. We earnestly
seek your support, your prayers, and your wise counsel to help us fulfill our
constitutional mandate,” he said
Isei explained that the purpose of the visit was
to seek royal blessings and strengthen collaboration with the traditional
authority in Kwara State.
He also appealed for the Emir’s support in addressing
the pressing issues of cybercrime and illegal mining currently affecting the
state.
In conclusion, the Zonal Director extended warm
felicitations to the Emir on the occasion of his recent 85th birthday, wishing
him continued good health and impactful leadership.
The Zonal Director was accompanied on the visit
by Cosmas Ugwu, Head, Legal and Prosecution; Kayode Adebayo, Head,
Administration and Human Resources and Ayodele Babatunde, Head, Public Affairs
Department.
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