Tinubu bent on tackling corrupt practices – EFCC boss Olukoyede
Ola Olukoyede EFCC chairman
Published By: Ayorinde Oluokun
…Affirms greater prospects for Nigeria in Christmas message
By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for “demonstrating stronger political will in favour of anti-graft efforts of the Commission.
Olukoyede stated this in Abuja on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 while congratulating Christians as they mark the birth of Jesus Christ in a statement issued on his behalf by Dele Oyewale, the spokesperson for the anti-graft agency.
The EFCC boss pointed out in the statement that the achievements of the EFCC in the last one and half years were direct outcomes of Tinubu’s 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”, Olukoyede said while expressing hopes of a greater and better Nigeria shorn of economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption.
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He stressed that the light, joy, hope, truth and liberty that Christ brought to the world are significant drives towards zero tolerance for corruption and reform-minded pursuits.
“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 said.
Continuing, Olukoyede extended his appreciation to the Judiciary, stressing that the “professionalism, commitment, integrity and courage of our Justices and Judges are greatly building strength for the EFCC in its anti-corruption works. He charged the judiciary to continue on its path of redemption and equity.
Additionally, he applauded the media, civil society groups and other critical stakeholders for their fervency and robust engagement with the Commission. He assured that, with their collaboration, greater strides would be made in the coming year
The anti-graft czar also wished Nigerians merry Christmas and fruitful 2025
