EFCC launches app for online reporting of economic crimes called "Eagle Eye"

[Silberman]

I don't think this will be effective, especially if the commission that handles the said reporting are also plagued with corruption and reeking with interests for self-gain. Perhaps leave everything to the civilian body that are really wanting to take politicians to jail for mishandling the public's money, but I guess that isn't going to happen since some of those in the commission would be wanting to protect some of their buddies who are still actively working in the government, and just get some kickback on whatever they are working for.

If that is what ends up happening then you are right nothing is going to change, however at least they have to try, after all even if not everyone that is guilty of  some form of corruption is sent to jail but at least some are as they are the political enemies of the ones handling the reports at least there will be people in jail for their crimes and corruption could diminish a little bit as the rest of those committing those crimes are not sure they have enough political power to get away with it and stop for a time to commit those crimes, so even if it is not perfect it is a start and it could deliver some results.

[SquallLeonhart]

I don't think this will be effective, especially if the commission that handles the said reporting are also plagued with corruption and reeking with interests for self-gain. Perhaps leave everything to the civilian body that are really wanting to take politicians to jail for mishandling the public's money, but I guess that isn't going to happen since some of those in the commission would be wanting to protect some of their buddies who are still actively working in the government, and just get some kickback on whatever they are working for.

Exactly, they will just be another catalyst for misinformation among the public which continues to think that they are doing so well that they think that there's nothing wrong with their government. Also, this kind of thing is pretty useless to be honest because news outlets or the television can probably do the job.

Everyone agrees with this even though none of us from Nigeria (I assume), think about what the Nigerians will think about it. We have basically the same thing in our nation, we always had it since internet got more famous, it's been like maybe 15-20 years since it started.

What does it do? If you complain about the ruling party or anything regarding them, any corruption, any problems, anything that is against the law, they just ignore it, hell they will even find a way to put you in jail, even on the smallest of things they may end up finding something to put you in jail for a while, even if it is just 48 hours (max they can keep you without charging). Whereas if you ever complain to them about the other parties, or anyone that does anything against the ruling party, they take such a swift action that it is incredible how fast they can actually provide justice when they want to.

[Bontexkenzy]

Well,Nigeria is know with good policies  on paper.but the problem is the enforcement of the policies.

Example of good policies is the NPOWER   which was meant to reduce the rate of Unemployment in the country.

But the bodies expected to spearhead the successful implementation of such policies and programs are politicized and bias.

'eagle eye' is a good policy couple with the current high crime rate in the country.but the enforcement bodies must be all and doing to make the policy a success

[Bitstar_coin]

I don't think this will be effective, especially if the commission that handles the said reporting are also plagued with corruption and reeking with interests for self-gain. Perhaps leave everything to the civilian body that are really wanting to take politicians to jail for mishandling the public's money, but I guess that isn't going to happen since some of those in the commission would be wanting to protect some of their buddies who are still actively working in the government, and just get some kickback on whatever they are working for.

My thoughts exactly, according to writeup's, the efcc is also known for a one-sided way of service to the corrupt people in Nigeria, if the system behind the app is not transparent then there is not much that this newly launched app can do to fight corruption, there is a strong possibility that this report coming in can be easily influenced, perhaps this can only have effect on the poor masses while the rich elites will still find their way of beating the system and remain untouched.

[Ausgewielt]

Actually social media can be used for that too. Here in my country social media can be used as surveillance by the people. Today there are a lot of crimes or corruption or any bad things that viral first before law enforcement take action. People in my country tend to protect each other by that method if someone or some people abuse their authority to oppress ordinary people then people around them will make it viral through social media and push law enforcement to take action. I think with that app Eagle Eye the criminal act can be reduced.

[Gozie51]

Actually social media can be used for that too. Here in my country social media can be used as surveillance by the people. Today there are a lot of crimes or corruption or any bad things that viral first before law enforcement take action. People in my country tend to protect each other by that method if someone or some people abuse their authority to oppress ordinary people then people around them will make it viral through social media and push law enforcement to take action. I think with that app Eagle Eye the criminal act can be reduced.

The social media in Nigeria is being caged and gagged by the current government. The tweeter ban is still subsisting and the government is making more effort not to allow citizens have freedom of speech, so that can not have a easy fly with social media with the way things have gone. If the government will be sincere, then they can give support to the app and not to pull the effort of the agency down.

[Dragonfund]

This news looks more like an eyes service to appease the foreign community against corruption among the country's executives. Corruption is system and the leadership are more involved in corruption than the country at large. They control the legislative and Judiciary, even elect the leadership of these arms of Government, which makes enforcement of this law very low or ineffective

Not just the foreign communities but within in it's own nation. The new head office was appointed by the presidency and he will have to do anything to stay loyal to the cabal, that's why they are always on the news.
When was the last time everyone heard they probe the cabal? They will never and wouldn't dare do that because you can't simply just bite the finger that fed you. That's exactly how Effc looks like.

[Smartvirus]

Good point,  you know working in an appointed slot or office is very much a way of having the one who appointed you to seat right above you as a godfather. Appointment isn't the best way to serve the public know, being a part of a cabinet simple implies you working with that general figure head and part of that intels paying deaf ears, true the blind eye and not being concerned with the unworthy deeds that emanates from that figure solely becuase, your a member in his cabinet. You work for him and not with him and as such, your most likely not to bite the hands that feeds you. A typical parasite and host relationship as most hosts are unlikely to die. Thats how it is with appointed positions and the EFCC is just about that.