Just In: Minister Lai-Mohammed Mourns Passing Of Ex-EFCC Chairman Ibrahim-Lamorde (View Text)

Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ibrahim Lamorde, the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Lamorde passed away on Sunday morning in Egypt, where he had traveled for medical treatment, according to Ireporteronline….CONTINUE READING

Lamorde, who served as the third Executive Chairman of the EFCC, was remembered by Lai Mohammed for his significant contributions to Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts. Mohammed recounted their collaboration during the legal tussle between the Federal Government of Nigeria and Process and Industrial Developments (P&ID) in London.

“Our paths crossed when, as the Minister of Information and Culture, I, along with other top functionaries of government, embarked on an advocacy to the international media, think-tanks, and other influential groups, in the wake of the legal tussle between the Federal Government of Nigeria and P&ID in London,” Mohammed stated.

He praised Lamorde’s exceptional institutional knowledge and strategic insights, which were invaluable despite Lamorde not being the EFCC Chairman at the time. “Even though he wasn’t the EFCC Chairman then, Lamorde displayed an enormous institutional memory that greatly benefited the nation during that unfortunate incident,” Mohammed noted.

Mohammed highlighted Lamorde’s role in shaping their communication strategy for the P&ID case. “Lamorde was clearheaded and shared the same vision with me that the P&ID saga would not only be won in the court of law but also in the court of public opinion. His immense contributions in drafting our talking points and articulating our positions were instrumental whenever we engaged with the media or various think-tanks in London on the P&ID case,” he said.

Reflecting on Lamorde’s legacy, Mohammed stated, “His keen insights, deep institutional knowledge, and strategic acumen ensured that our messages were clear, impactful, and aligned with national interests. His death is indeed a huge loss not only to his family and colleagues but to the nation in general. He will be profoundly missed.”

In a heartfelt message, Mohammed extended his condolences to Lamorde’s family, colleagues in the Nigeria Police Force, and the EFCC. “Let me express my sincere condolences to the family of Ibrahim Lamorde and colleagues both in the Nigeria Police Force and the EFCC and also pray to God to grant them the fortitude to bear this very huge loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” Mohammed concluded in a statement he personally signed.

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