We Cannot Be Building Nigeria And Allow Corrupt Practices – Olukoyede

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged Nigerians to reject corruption and uphold accountability as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.

It was reported that Olukoyede made the call in his Independence Day message to Nigerians on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in Abuja.

The EFCC chairman said Nigeria had made progress since gaining independence and described the various efforts aimed at improving the country as steps towards building a better nation.

According to him, the progress recorded over the years should be protected by ensuring that corruption does not weaken efforts to improve the country.

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He said the country had reached its 66th year as an independent nation after a long journey that had given Nigerians the opportunity to determine their own affairs and participate in the development of the country.

Olukoyede called on Nigerians to support reform efforts by refusing to take part in corrupt activities or compromise established standards.

He said: “At 66, Nigeria has come a long way. Independence has offered us liberty and self-determination. We are also making considerable progress in nation building. All these efforts are significant. They are the building blocks of the greater nation we desire. Let’s therefore couple all our reform-focused initiatives with zero tolerance for corruption.

“We cannot be building and allow corrupt practices to vitiate our efforts. Progress only comes with purposeful rejection of compromises. Nigeria will surely get better!”