Shettima leads dignitaries as Lamorde is laid to rest

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday led a procession of high-profile dignitaries in paying last respects to the late former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Lamorde, who was laid to rest in Abuja.

The funeral ceremony, which took place at the National Mosque, Abuja, was attended by a plethora of notable figures, including Governors Babagana Zulum (Borno);  Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa) and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara)

Other dignitaries, who graced the occasion included the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu; former Vice President Atiku Abubakar; Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume; Director General of Nigerian Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Ahmed Rufai Abubakar; former Secretary to Government of the Federation, Alhaji Yayale Ahmed; and former Governor of Borno State, Ali Sheriff, among others.

Speaking at the funeral, Shettima who offered prayers for the departed soul emphasised the principles of justice, integrity, and accountability that guided Lamorde’s life.

According to a statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima 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.”