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Kaifala made this statement in Abuja on Tuesday during his address as the keynote speaker at the End of Year Engagement, marking one year in office for the chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu.

According to him: “We all know that part of the reason why we are having difficulty succeeding in the fight against corruption is because the judges, who are supposed to be the teeth of the fight against corruption, are not providing enough bite. They give sentences that are minimal; they let go of criminals.”

He asserted: “We will continue to have complications in fighting corruption, and that is because corruption is not made expensive enough.”

He added: “We have to support institutions that fight corruption in Africa. We have to support the leaders who fight corruption in Africa.

“But most importantly, we have to be daring—very daring—to think outside the box and introduce policies and principles based on common sense, based on the corruption culture in our countries.

“Because it works elsewhere does not necessarily mean it will work here, but if we consider the cultures and practices of our respective countries and introduce policies that work, I believe Africa will be ready to confront the 21st century better as a continent, winning in the final discussion.”

slaawomirr:
Damnnn niggar
Isoright

slaawomirr:
Damnnn niggar
Isoright

A nationa were the judiciary is not working fine is dead

slaawomirr:
Damnnn niggar
Isoright

A nationa were the judiciary is not working fine is dead

Edygrin:
The Commissioner of the Anti-Corruption Commission of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Francis Ben Kaifala, has blamed judges in Nigeria and Africa for the difficulty anti-corruption agencies face in securing convictions in criminal cases.


https://dailypost.ng/2024/12/18/judges-weaken-fight-against-corruption-in-nigeria-africa-sierra-leones-anti-graft-czar-kaifala/

ArewaNightmare:
if you doubt this guy

Check IBORI'S case in Delta State and the judgment then

Before he was sentenced abroad 😢

And check Delta State stand after the money was to be repatriated back to Nigeria 😆
Fighting for money una say he didn't loot

elipheleh:
This Sierra Lone man should be careful o.

Are you referring to president Tinubu?

How can he say this boldly while in Abuja in Nigeria?

Tinubu and his 20 gangs of judges will soon arrest you.

Truly corruption flows from top to bottom

Osiris12:
delta state is cursed.
How can someone explain the underdevelopment in the state despite the huge allocation.
Cultism don finish their youth

slaawomirr:
Damnnn niggar
Isoright

A nationa were the judiciary is not working fine is dead

Edygrin:
The Commissioner of the Anti-Corruption Commission of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Francis Ben Kaifala, has blamed judges in Nigeria and Africa for the difficulty anti-corruption agencies face in securing convictions in criminal cases.


https://dailypost.ng/2024/12/18/judges-weaken-fight-against-corruption-in-nigeria-africa-sierra-leones-anti-graft-czar-kaifala/

BuharisBoy:
Corruption remains a pervasive issue in Nigeria, undermining governance and economic growth. The judiciary, which should be the last bastion of hope for justice, often plays a contradictory role in this fight. In many cases, Nigerian judges have frustrated anti-corruption efforts through questionable rulings, procedural delays, and complicity with corrupt individuals.

One glaring example is the tendency to grant questionable injunctions that halt investigations or prosecutions. For instance, several high-profile corruption cases involving politicians and business moguls have been delayed indefinitely by court injunctions. In 2020, a federal court issued a perpetual injunction barring anti-corruption agencies like the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from investigating certain political figures. Such rulings effectively shield corrupt individuals from accountability and undermine public trust in the judiciary.

Another issue is the use of frivolous technicalities to dismiss cases. Judges often focus on procedural errors rather than substantive evidence, allowing corrupt individuals to escape justice. A notable example is the case of former Delta State governor James Ibori. After being acquitted in Nigeria despite overwhelming evidence, he was later convicted in the United Kingdom for the same offenses. This discrepancy highlighted the failures of Nigeria's judiciary in handling corruption cases.

Judges themselves are not immune to corruption. Allegations of bribery and undue influence are rife in the judicial system. In 2016, several judges were arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly receiving bribes to influence rulings. While these arrests were initially seen as a bold step, many of the accused judges either had their cases dismissed or faced minimal consequences, further eroding confidence in the judiciary.

Delays in judicial processes also hinder anti-corruption efforts. High-profile corruption trials often drag on for years, giving defendants ample time to tamper with evidence or influence witnesses. For instance, the trial of former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has faced multiple delays, despite allegations involving billions of dollars in stolen funds.

These challenges highlight the need for urgent reforms within Nigeria’s judiciary. Strengthening judicial independence, ensuring transparency in appointments, and implementing strict accountability mechanisms are crucial steps. Without a robust and impartial judiciary, the fight against corruption in Nigeria will continue to be an uphill battle, with dire consequences for governance and development.