The Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the legality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Act. The case, originally filed by Attorneys General from 16 states, sought to disband the anti-corruption agency, citing legal concerns over its establishment.
States involved in the initial lawsuit included Ondo, Edo, Oyo, Ogun, Nasarawa, Kebbi, Katsina, Sokoto, Jigawa, Enugu, Benue, Anambra, Plateau, Cross River, and Niger. However, the legal tussle took a twist as some states withdrew from the case, while others sought to join as co-plaintiffs.
During the hearing on October 22, Imo, Bauchi, and Osun states joined the lawsuit, reinforcing the number of plaintiffs. Conversely, Anambra, Ebonyi, and Adamawa states opted to withdraw their participation, prompting the apex court to strike out their cases.
Despite these developments, the Supreme Court ultimately ruled against the plaintiffs, upholding the EFCC Act as constitutional and vital in the fight against corruption in Nigeria.
