Former Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairperson, Mrs. Farida Waziri has taken former ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo to the cleaners over some uncharitable remarks he made about her in a recent interview.
While advising the former president to act and speak with decorum, Mrs. Waziri reminded him that those who live in glass houses do not throw stones.
The former EFCC boss was reacting to an interview Mr. Obasanjo granted “Zero Tolerance”, a magazine published by EFCC in which he rubbished the tenure of Mrs. Waziri as head of the anti-corruption agency.
He was quoted as saying, “I know that the woman (Farida Waziri) they brought in to replace Nuhu Ribadu was not the right person for that job, because I understood that one of those who head-hunted her was Ibori.
“If Ibori, who is now in a United Kingdom (UK) prison for fraud, head-hunt somebody who will fight corruption in Nigeria, then you can understand what happened,” Mr. Obasanjo added.
But Mrs. Waziri in a statement which she personally signed said: “My attention has been drawn to a number of allegations made against me by Mr. Obasanjo. One of such was the alleged involvement of former Delta State Governor James Ibori in my appointment.
“While I hold the office of a Head of State, either serving or retired, in the highest esteem, I will like to put on record for the umpteenth time that this is totally unfounded, blatant lie and arrant falsehood.
“It is, therefore, worrisome when a man who has been twice a Nigerian head of state can descend so low to peddle falsehood. The truth is that I never met Ibori in my life, until after months in office as chairman of the EFCC when I used to see him in the Presidential Villa.
“It is on record today that I initiated the investigation that drove Ibori into the waiting hands of Interpol and Met Police. As such, it is illogical and nonsensical for anyone to continue to insinuate that Ibori has a hand in my appointment.
“I remember this was one of the lies Obasanjo’s sit-tight pawns cooked to stop my appointment as EFCC chairman in 2008.
“On the issue of qualifications raised by Obasanjo, the qualification for appointment as chairman of the Commission as stipulated in its Establishment Act says that the chairman shall ‘be a serving or retired member of any government security or law enforcement agency not below the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police or equivalent; and possess not less than 15 years cognate experience’.
“The late President Yar’adua did not have to alter the Establishment Act when he was appointing me unlike what Obasanjo did.
“Again for the records, I served in the Nigeria Police Force for 35 years and got to the pinnacle of my career before my appointment as EFCC chairman.”
Mrs. Waziri said if her previous work experience was ever in doubt, the former president can go revisit her records with the Nigeria Police Force because they speak volume of her achievements.
“If Obasanjo’s real age has not blurred his memory, I will like to remind him that I was a Commissioner of Police, Admin Force CID, CP General Investigations, CP Anti-fraud, CP X Squad, CP Police Special Fraud Unit where I secured the first conviction in a case of Advance Fee Fraud in Nigerian history.
“These are all prime investigative organs of the Nigeria Police where I related with other law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, across the world. I must place on record that at SFU, I did not only relate with FBI, Interpol and Met police among others, we carried out joint operations at different times on a number of cases. I have also led the Nigerian delegation to the Interpol headquarters in France.
“To further expose the height of mischief in the allegations, the past and present chairmen of the EFCC have both worked under me, yet someone can open his mouth to say I am not qualified to head the same agency.
“This is in addition to my educational qualifications, such as a first degree in Law, a Masters degree in Law and another Masters degree in Strategic Studies. I doubt if Obasanjo himself can boast of this level of educational qualifications.
“I will also like to remind Obasanjo that no chairman of the EFCC has till date beaten my records in terms of investigation of high profile cases, prosecution, conviction and recovery.
“I will like to warn that those who live in glass house don’t throw stones and, as such, Obasanjo should not allow me open up on him. Respectable elder statesmen act and speak with decorum.”
Madam pse open up on him. Dat mans cup runneth over. He is a problem to everything he comes in contact with. What a shame to him.
Madam pls stop making noise if u knw dat u cannot open him up look for sometin else to talk bcos na all of una contribute to d collaspe of dis country. Thief thief ppl. Una get luck say una succeed kill fela if not body for phone all of una. Rubbish!
you have become a failure and fraud already for covering OBJ’s evil did till this time. Since you went to EFCC to represent them and not the Nigerians, you better keep it to yourself. Shame to all of you, you guys, i mean OBJ, FFK, Farida, Atiku and some other lousy fellows are not fit to be public leaders.
You your self is the bed-est fraud in the world because you went there to protect obj and other high men in the country know that things are not working fine out for you…you are crying you are suppose to be arrested and giving a very propel interview to expose this people you are a failure to the country all this degree you said you have they are off nothing because you an evil woman whom we hope on and you went there for self centered but one day your children will surfer from all your cost to the Nigerian citizens
lolz another drama is about to start…well let me talk to our youth because i must say i m so much ashamed of the comment over here ,we the youths of this great Country are very wick why becuz is written the kingdom suffer a lot but it was taking by force just as my Country and your Country Suffer today,please don’t you think is time we take over our right in the hands of Evils doers in this Country ,lets apply force to them so lets kick out the old ages leaders and become some good in this Country ,please i m ready to gather youths as much i can so lets fight ad kill them all ,if you are in my shoe i challenge you to come out as a youth and join me lets start the fight ,WAR FOR ALL
youth mouth i am ready and capable to mobilise youth in my area for the truth war.just let meet.call me on dis number 08027974863.
Madam,pls take heart and bear with Baba ,old age contribute to all he did…I don’t blame him,but old age…u knw Baba take everyone for granted…pls take it easy,do not mind his attitude towards u,is old age that caused it…
Ehwo! This country don turn upside down; imagine Farida Waziri wey everybody know say na she be d worst chairman EFCC don get. dey threaten to xpose baba iyabo. Wetin she wan talk? Which kain yeye investigation she do wen she be EFCC chairman? No be to dey put big-big expensive goggle for eye & make she dey put very expensive jewelries for hands and neck she knows? Do you all know say farida waziri bought one bag for £20000 for london dat time? Farida! E beta make u shut up ur mouth if u no wan mess urself.
THE (STORMS ARE GATHERING)IN NIGERIA VERY SOON GOD WILL ORDAIN FIGHT IN YOUR MIDST & YOU WILL FIGHT & KILL YOURSELVES.THE CRYING & THE SUFFERINGS OF THE POOR MASSES OF THIS NATION WILL PUNISH ALL OF YOU & YOUR GENERATIONS IF YOU REFUSE REPENT……THE HEARTS OF PEOPLE ARE BLEEDING,GO TO VILLAGES & SEE HOW PEOPLE ARE DIEING BC OF HUNGER, FRUSTRATION, MAN MADE POVERTY & SUFFERING.NO POLICY IS WORKING,THE WHOLE SYSTEM WE INHERITED FROM THE COLONIALS YOU PEOPLE HAVE COLLAPSED ALL OF THEM….PUBLIC SERVICE.EDUCATION.WATER RESOURCES JUST NAME IT.IF YOU LIKE EXPOSE YOURSELVES OR NOT…JUST GET READY FOR GOD’S WRATH ALL OF YOU…YOUR BEST NAME IS INTERNAL COLLONIAL/SLAVES MASTERS…..GOD WL FIGHT ALL OF YOU..PERIOD.
THE (STORMS ARE GATHERING)IN NIGERIA VERY SOON GOD WILL ORDAIN FIGHT IN YOUR MIDST & YOU WILL FIGHT & KILL YOURSELVES.THE CRYING & THE SUFFERINGS OF THE POOR MASSES OF THIS NATION WILL PUNISH ALL OF YOU & YOUR GENERATIONS IF YOU REFUSE TO REPENT……THE HEARTS OF PEOPLE ARE BLEEDING,GO TO VILLAGES & SEE HOW PEOPLE ARE DIEING BC OF HUNGER, FRUSTRATION, MAN MADE POVERTY & SUFFERING.NO POLICY IS WORKING,THE WHOLE SYSTEM WE INHERITED FROM THE COLONIAL MASTERS YOU PEOPLE HAVE COLLAPSED ALL OF THEM….PUBLIC SERVICE.EDUCATION.WATER RESOURCES JUST NAME IT.IF YOU LIKE EXPOSE YOURSELVES OR NOT…JUST GET READY FOR GOD’S WRATH ALL OF YOU…YOUR BEST NAME IS INTERNAL COLLONIAL/SLAVES MASTERS…..GOD WL FIGHT ALL OF YOU..PERIOD.
madam efcc, am ashamed of u that u hid some evil that obj did. so who did u go there to represent? nigerians or few ? anyway i bet u cant say more than dis cos i knw baba will still say more if u dare him. so u better keep shut. ask those that dared him and they will tell u their regrets. as for OBJ,he is still my man till tomorrow, let every leader do one thing and this nation will move forward. at least he brought gsm and now no more queing at the nitel phone booth for 12 hrs just to make a call.
Repent and be saved. Jesus is coming SOON
Only cowards issue threats,for not opening up since,Madam,u’re culpable,an accomplice,u aid&abett crime as heinous as d one u want us to believe,COWARD
Wht’s she saying?.is she nt a member of Nigerian Police?.abeeg!spare me d arrant nonsence…she i s a corrupt officer.they are all guilty.
Madam God Bless you, but I just want to admonishes you that two wrongs do not make a right so no matter the level of provocation you need not open your mouth on an elder if you have so declared. If you believed in God let God fight for you and defend you instead of complicating your matter with God. God will never change His principle no matter who is involve so insulting an elder is a sin, so REPENT so that your sin can be forgiven and a moment of refreshing can come to you from the presence of the LORD. JESUS loves you so be BORN AGAIN give your live to CHRIST. Let God be the judge of ALL.
Mrs Farida Waziri Please tell Nigeria and the World what you know about our Leaders past and present Other wise we will assume that you are making an up treat or you have been settled. Justice delay is Justice averted
farida please shut the fuck up, in as much as I have never liked obasanjo, you are all on the same boat. You being learned does not mean you were not a thief or did not keep a blind eye on all the currupt politicians during your time at EFCC. If only the youths can be bold enough to come out in full force and pour their reign of terror on people like you and your likes. Just shut up and rest your head
madam wazrri if u fail to expose dose u know as criminals (obj n ko)is wil show u ar one of them.so d best thing to do is to expose them all let nigeria know who is her enemy.as for obj that is causeing broblem for mr president HIS CUP wil soon full
infact, i love your write up.