Two senior officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have been quietly dismissed after allegedly beating a cadet to death at the Sokoto Zonal Command in northwest Nigeria.

The incident occurred when the cadet, identified as Abel Isah, refused to sign off on incomplete exhibits handed over to him by his superiors. In response to his refusal, the two senior officers reportedly became enraged and subjected Isah to a severe beating, resulting in his untimely death.

Isah, a native of Plateau State, will be laid to rest on Saturday. The tragic incident has raised concerns among Isah’s colleagues and the public, who argue that the punishment of dismissal for the officers involved is insufficient for a case of clear murder or manslaughter. They believe that stiffer penalties should be imposed on the responsible individuals.

While SaharaReporters contacted the EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwajaren, for comments on the incident, he assured them that he would gather information and respond. However, there has been no response from him at the time of filing the report. The dismissal of the two senior officers indicates that the EFCC has taken action against them, albeit quietly.

However, the decision has been met with dissatisfaction among those who view it as inadequate given the gravity of the offense. The incident has shed light on the need for stronger consequences for such acts of violence within law enforcement agencies.

As the public awaits further information and updates on the case, there is a growing demand for justice to be served and for measures to be taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

The EFCC is urged to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Isah’s death and ensure that appropriate actions are taken to hold the responsible individuals accountable.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the principles of fairness, justice, and respect for human rights within Nigeria’s law enforcement agencies.