The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged Nigerian students to see themselves as central actors in the fight against corruption, warning that the country’s future depends on their integrity and conduct.
This is contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Head, Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Dele Oyewale, noting that Olukoyede made the call on Thursday, May 14, 2026, when students of Fairview Academy, Abuja, visited the EFCC headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, on a study tour.
Key Highlights:
- The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission urged Nigerian students to actively participate in the fight against corruption.
- Chairman Ola Olukoyede said young people are key to Nigeria’s future and must uphold integrity and discipline.
- He made the remarks during a study visit by students of Fairview Academy, Abuja, to the EFCC headquarters.
- Olukoyede encouraged students to act as ambassadors of integrity and support anti-corruption efforts in their communities.
- He also warned against cybercrime, exam malpractice, and internet fraud, saying they damage future opportunities.
He was represented by the Head of the Enlightenment and Re-orientation Unit of the commission, Aisha Mohammad.
Addressing the students, the EFCC chairman said the younger generation holds the key to Nigeria’s future, stressing that moral discipline and civic responsibility were essential to national development.
“You are stakeholders in the future of this country.
“Just as your parents sacrifice to secure your future, Nigeria is also investing in you because you are the leaders of tomorrow,” he said.
He urged the students to act as ambassadors of integrity in their schools and communities, and to support the EFCC’s anti-corruption drive by speaking out against wrongdoing.
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Olukoyede also described young people as “critical foot soldiers” in the anti-corruption war, noting that the Commission cannot succeed without public participation.
“The EFCC cannot fight corruption alone. We need young people like you to stand up for integrity, reject wrongdoing, and speak out against corruption wherever you see it,” he added.
He further warned the students against cybercrime, examination malpractices, internet fraud, and other forms of criminal conduct, saying such activities destroy future opportunities.
