Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has said that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, must be transparent in its fight against corruption in the country.
He also faulted the existing contradiction apparent in the fight against corruption in the country.
While reacting to the arrest of former Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State by the EFCC, Obi said for Nigeria’s anti-graft fight to work, it must be sincere .
Obi on his X on Tuesday, said: “The fight against corruption in our country must be transparent to succeed.
“The arrest and interrogation of the former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal by the EFCC, has opened up an existing contradiction apparent in the fight against corruption in the country.
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“I have always reiterated that the sincerity of leaders is what is needed to tackle corruption in our society.
“And I look forward to the time when the anti corruption fight in this country will be under one law that applies to all, no matter who is involved, and not one targeting political opponents and perceived enemies of the incumbent government.
“I expect the anti-graft operatives to be guided by their conscience and the rule of law if they hope to achieve much in wiping out corruption in our society.
“The rules of evidence and fact must replace impressions and preconceptions.
“In a credible fight against corruption, the public must be convinced that the rules are even and the subjects are not arbitrarily selected by the political convenience of the powers that be.
“A corruption free Nigeria is possible only if our fight is transparent,” he added.
