The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged President Bola Tinubu to appoint a southerner as the next Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
This is contained in a statement signed by the National Coordinator of HURIWA, Mr Emmanuel Onwubiko, and made available to newsmen in Owerri, on Monday.
HURIWA expressed concern over the consistent appointment of individuals from the Northern part of Nigeria as EFCC Chairmen since the establishment of the commission.
The organisation noted that this trend had led to the perception that the position is micro-zoned to the North, depriving equally competent individuals of the South the opportunity to contribute to the fight against corruption.
The association described Tinubu as a prominent leader known for his commitment to fairness and justice and equity and urged him to exhibit same by appointing a candidate from the South as the next EFCC Chairman.
They said such a decision would send a powerful message of unity and inclusivity, fostering a harmonious and balanced Nigeria.
The association further emphasised the need for national institutions such as the EFCC to reflect Nigeria’s diversity and promote inclusion.
It called for the appointment of the EFCC chairman based on merit, competence, and a proven track record in the fight against corruption.
It also called for the nationalisation of the EFCC Chairmanship to ensure equitable representation from all regions of Nigeria.
