The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the media and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the collective fight against economic and financial crimes, particularly cryptocurrency fraud and other forms of cybercrime.
EFCC Chairman Mr Ola Olukoyede gave the assurance at a one-day sensitisation workshop for CSOs and the media, held on Thursday at the Commission’s Kano Zonal Directorate.
Represented by the Acting Zonal Director, Sa’ad Hanafi, Olukoyede said the workshop underscored the Commission’s conviction that the fight against corruption is a shared national responsibility that depends on synergy, trust, and the exchange of intelligence.
“Our fight against corruption is not a solo mission; it is a collective national endeavour that requires synergy, trust, and shared intelligence,” he said.
He explained that the involvement of CSOs and journalists in the anti-corruption campaign was both deliberate and strategic, describing both groups as critical partners in promoting accountability and national awareness.
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“CSOs serve as the conscience of society and a vital bridge between the government and the citizenry. Journalists wield the powerful pen that shapes public opinion, holds power accountable, and illuminates the dark corners where corruption thrives.
“Together, you are indispensable allies in safeguarding our economy and our collective future,” he stated.
Olukoyede said the workshop sought to deepen participants’ understanding of cryptocurrency-related crimes and other emerging financial offences, while also equipping them with the skills to report and respond effectively to such threats.
He added that as global crime networks evolve from traditional fraud schemes to sophisticated cyber-enabled offences, the EFCC is prioritising partnerships that promote public awareness and proactive responses.
“This workshop will go a long way in fostering a strategic partnership between the EFCC, CSOs, and the media in promoting a preventive and citizen-driven approach to combating corruption,” the EFCC official explained.
He stressed that equipping journalists and civil society actors with the right knowledge of modern cyber threats, including cryptocurrency fraud, would significantly boost national efforts to protect Nigeria’s economy and promote transparency.