Easter: Nigeria Will Overcome Corruption, EFCC Chairman Tells Nigerians

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has congratulated Christians across the country on the celebration of Easter, expressing optimism that Nigeria will eventually overcome corruption.

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Olukoyede said the country is not defined by corruption and would ultimately defeat the menace through collective commitment and faith.

EFCC boss sends Easter messagThe anti-graft agency’s chairman made the remarks in Abuja on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in his Easter message to Nigerians.

He urged citizens to reflect on the lessons of Easter, describing the season as a symbol of triumph over adversity.

According to him, the message of Easter carries a powerful lesson for Nigeria in its fight against corruption and other national challenges.

Olukoyede expressed confidence that the country would eventually overcome the challenges posed by corruption.

“The lesson of Easter is all about undeniable victory over trial, corruption and death. This lesson is instructive for us as a nation,”

he said.

“We will surely overcome the trial and trauma of corruption. We are not defined by corruption, we cannot be defeated by it.”

The EFCC chairman also called on Nigerians to remain hopeful and support the commission’s efforts to combat economic and financial crimes.

He urged citizens to keep faith with the agency as it intensifies its campaign against corruption across the country.

Olukoyede emphasised that sustained public cooperation and commitment to integrity remain critical to winning the fight against corruption in Nigeria.