Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Lamorde, is dead.
He died at the age of 61 on Sunday in Egypt, where he had gone for medical treatment.
Lamorde, a seasoned police officer, was born on December 20, 1962, in Mubi, Adamawa State.
He joined the Nigerian Police Force in 1986 and rose through the ranks, serving in various capacities before his appointment as EFCC Chairman in 2011.
During his tenure as EFCC Chairman, Lamorde was known for his uncompromising stance against corruption, and his leadership of the agency led to the prosecution of several high-profile cases. He was also instrumental in the recovery of billions of naira in looted funds.
Lamorde’s tenure was marked by several notable achievements, including the conviction of former Governor James Ibori and the recovery of $1 billion from the Abacha loot.
He also oversaw the investigation and prosecution of several other corruption cases, including the Halliburton scandal and the fuel subsidy scam.
After leaving the EFCC in 2015, Lamorde continued to serve in the police force, eventually retiring as a Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) in 2021.
