The executive chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged Nigerian youths to take a firm stand against corruption and all forms of economic and financial crimes.

Olukoyede gave the charge at the 13th Annual Teenagers’ Workshop organized by the Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society at Epitome Model Islamic School, Mararaba, Nasarawa State. 

He was represented by the Head of the Enlightenment and Reorientation Unit of the Commission, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, Aisha Mohammed.

Speaking on the theme “The dangers of corruption and the importance of integrity,” Olukoyede lamented the pervasive impact of corruption on Nigeria’s development, stressing the need for collective action, especially from young people.

During an interactive session, Assistant Superintendent of the EFCC, Ilyasu Bala, highlighted the distinct but complementary roles of the EFCC and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).