Olukoyede Predicts Brighter Prospects For Nigeria In 2025
BY SEGUN ADEBAYO – With Nigerians joining the rest of the world to celebrate this year’s Christmas, Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede believes a greater and better Nigeria devoid of economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption is possible going forward.
The EFCC Chief, who spoke in Abuja while congratulating Christians as they mark the birth of Jesus Christ, said the light, joy, hope, truth, and liberty that Christ brought to the world should significantly drive citizens towards zero tolerance for corruption and reform-minded pursuits.
Olukoyede’s message read thus; “I deeply believe in the prospects of our nation for growth and development. The Christmas season is an opportunity to activate these possibilities.
“The values of light, joy, hope, truth, and liberty that Christ brought to the whole world are significant pathways to integrity and zero tolerance for corruption. We can make Nigeria greater if we embrace these values”.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for demonstrating stronger political will in favour of anti-graft efforts, pointing out that the achievements of the EFCC in the last one and half years are a direct outcome of his courageous and inspirational leadership.
“Nigerians can see clearly that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is bent on tackling corrupt practices in our midst. The strides of the EFCC could not have been possible without his active support and courage. We appreciate this at all times”, he said
Olukoyede, who extended his appreciation to the Judiciary, stressed that the “professionalism, commitment, integrity and courage of our Justices and Judges are greatly building strength for the EFCC in its anti-corruption works.”
While also charging the judiciary to continue on its path of redemption and equity, the anti-graft Czar applauded the media, civil society groups, and other critical stakeholders for their fervency and robust engagement with the anti-graft agency.
The EFCC boss, who wished Nigerians a Merry Christmas and a fruitful 2025, said that with their collaboration, greater strides would be made in the years ahead.
