The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Friday, December 6, 2024 held a send-forth ceremony for Retired Deputy Commander of the EFCC and former Head, Legal and Prosecution Department of the Benin Zonal Directorate, Deputy Commander of the EFCC, DCE Ibrahim Audu.
The event which was held at the Conference Room of the Benin Directorate saw officers of the Commission eulogize the Retired DCE for his contribution to the growth and development of the Commission.
The Acting Zonal Director, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Effa Okim commended Audu for the high numbers of conviction secured by the Directorate when he was the Head, Legal and Prosecution Department. “We want to thank you for your impact and contribution to the Directorate and to the Commission. You did very well while you were here. We say a big thank you and wish you many more fruitful years ahead. You may have retired but certainly you are not tired. We wish you the best in your next endeavour”.
In his goodwill message, Francis Jirbo, the Acting Head, Legal and Prosecution Department commended the retired deputy director for leaving a good legacy behind. “We learnt a lot from you when you were here. We say thank you for all that you did”.
Also, Isa K. Agwa, a staff in the Legal and Prosecution Department thanked Audu for instilling confidence in them in the prosecution of cases. “As young lawyers, he was our mentor and teacher. We learnt a lot from him. He told us to be bold and courageous, not to be intimidated by other lawyers whenever we go to court. That has really helped us. He played a crucial role in our growth and development as counsel. We are grateful.”
In his remarks, the retired Deputy Commander expressed his gratitude to the Commission for the opportunity to serve the nation.
DCE Audu, a pioneer staff of the Commission, retired in May after attaining the age of 60 years.
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