The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on Nigerian youths to actively participate in the fight against corruption, economic and financial crimes in the country.
Olukoyede made the call on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, when students of Adamawa State University visited the EFCC headquarters on a study tour in Jabi, Abuja.
He was represented at the event by the Head of Public Interface of the EFCC Public Affairs Department, Assistant Commander of the EFCC (ACE I), Tony Orilade.
Olukoyede described corruption as one of the biggest challenges facing Nigeria, stressing that it continues to hinder development and limit opportunities for citizens.
He warned that unless Nigerians collectively confront corruption, the country would continue to suffer from unemployment, underdevelopment, and loss of economic opportunities.
“If Nigerians come together and fight corruption sincerely, we will secure a better future. But if we fail to do so, we will continue to face unemployment, underdevelopment and loss of opportunities,” he said.
He added that the EFCC cannot win the anti-corruption battle alone, stressing that the active involvement of young people and other stakeholders is crucial.
“The EFCC needs you in this fight. We cannot take back this country from corruption unless everyone stands together,” he said.
Olukoyede noted that while corrupt individuals continue to devise new ways of committing financial crimes, the Commission remains determined to stop them and protect the country’s future.
In her presentation, the Head of Enlightenment and Reorientation Unit of the EFCC, ACE II Aisha Mohammed, said the Commission’s work goes beyond arrests and prosecution.
She explained that prevention through public awareness, education, and advocacy remains a key part of the EFCC’s mandate.
Mohammed said the EFCC runs Integrity Clubs in schools and Zero Tolerance Clubs in tertiary institutions, while also collaborating with NYSC, faith-based organisations, and civil society groups.
She urged Nigerians to embrace whistleblowing and speak out against corruption, stressing that silence allows wrongdoing to thrive.
“What is bad is bad. Don’t fold your arms. Don’t put your hands where you are not supposed to,” she said.
Also speaking, Deputy Superintendent of the EFCC, Ogunjuobi Philip, delivered a lecture on cybercrime, describing it as the misuse of ICT tools and internet services for illegal activities.
He explained that cybercrime includes hacking, phishing, ransomware attacks, romance scams, and investment fraud, among others.
Ogunjuobi warned that cybercrime damages public trust, causes financial losses, and harms Nigeria’s global image.
He advised students to educate others, avoid criminal activities, and use technology responsibly despite economic or peer pressure challenges.
The excursion coordinator, Mr. Enam P. Abalis, appreciated the EFCC for hosting the students and sensitising them on corruption, integrity, and cybercrime prevention.
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