Emir Of Ilorin Pledges Support For Anti-graft War

The emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has pledged the unwavering support of the traditional institution in the state to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in its fight against corruption.

The emir gave this assurance in Ilorin, the state capital, 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 monarch 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, prayers, and doors are always open,” he said.

Earlier, the EFCC zonal director, Mr Daniel Isei, had underscored traditional rulers’ critical role in shaping public behaviour 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 recognise 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, prayers, and wise counsel to help us fulfil 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 the state.

He also appealed for the emir’s support in addressing the pressing issues of cybercrime and illegal mining currently affecting the state.