Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday led other eminent Nigerians to the funeral of the late former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Lamorde, in Abuja.
VP Shettima was joined at the burial ceremony by several governors, including Governors Babagana Zulum of Borno State, Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara.
Others who attended the funeral of the late anti-graft czar were the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; former Vice President Atiku Abubakar; Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Ali Ndume; Director General of Nigerian Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Ahmed Rufai Abubakar; former Secretary to Government of the Federation, Alhaji Yayale Ahmed; former Governor of Borno State, Ali Sheriff, among others.
Speaking at the funeral, Vice President Shettima who offered prayers for the departed soul emphasised the principles of justice, integrity, and accountability that guided Lamorde’s life.
He said, “Today, we gather not only to bid farewell to a dedicated public servant but also to reaffirm our commitment to the principles of justice and integrity.
“As we offer our sincere prayers for the departed soul, let us also renew our resolve to walk the path of righteousness. The fight against corruption is a sacred duty, and it is incumbent upon us to purge our institutions of any traces of graft for the sake of our nation and our future generations.
“The Jana’iza (funeral prayer) reminds us of the ephemeral nature of this world and the certainty of the hereafter. Let us strive to leave behind a legacy of integrity, just as Ibrahim Lamorde dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice and the eradication of financial crimes.
“I call upon all Nigerians, regardless of their political affiliations, to unite in this noble cause. Together, we can build a nation where corruption has no place, and the principles of the Qur’an guide our actions and decisions.”
