“We Will Come After You”: EFCC Sends Stern Warning to Lawyers Defending Corrupt Clients

The Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization group has stirred the public consciousness with a powerful message relayed via its official X handle. In a bold statement, the group spotlighted a stern warning from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), cautioning lawyers who might consider representing corrupt clients with ill-gotten funds.

The EFCC, Nigeria’s foremost anti-corruption agency, didn’t mince words in its declaration: “We Will Come After You If Your Client Pays You From Corrupt Money.” This bold pronouncement has sent shockwaves through the legal community, signaling the agency’s intent to scrutinize not just the perpetrators of financial crimes but also those who might unwittingly—or otherwise—profit from them.

The message is clear: the EFCC is ramping up its efforts to clamp down on corruption in all its forms, extending its reach to include legal practitioners who may serve as enablers in the laundering of illicit funds. The commission’s focus on tracking the financial trails left by corrupt individuals underscores its commitment to rooting out corruption at every level.

This warning is a stark reminder that the battle against corruption is not just about prosecuting the obvious offenders but also about holding accountable those who might facilitate the perpetuation of corrupt practices. Lawyers, as gatekeepers of justice, are now on notice that their ethical responsibilities go beyond the courtroom—extending into the source of their fees.

This move by the EFCC highlights a broader strategy of leaving no stone unturned in the fight against corruption, aiming to dismantle the networks that allow it to thrive. The legal community, particularly those representing high-profile clients with questionable wealth, will now be under greater scrutiny, as the EFCC seeks to ensure that justice is not only done but is seen to be done.

The Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization’s dissemination of this message serves as a rallying cry for greater accountability and integrity in all sectors, reinforcing the idea that the fight against corruption is a collective responsibility. As the EFCC tightens its grip, the expectation is clear: all hands must be on deck to eradicate the scourge of corruption from Nigeria’s socio-political landscape.