Olukoyede to Girls Guide: Be True to Yourselves, Do the Right Things
Abuja, Nigeria | April 7, 2026
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on members of the Girls Guide movement across the country to remain true to themselves and uphold integrity in order to steer clear of economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption.
He gave this charge in Abuja while receiving the Africa Girls Guide delegation at the Corporate Headquarters of the Commission during a study tour.
Speaking through Deputy Commander of the EFCC, Nwayinma Okeanu, Olukoyede emphasized the need for young women to take up the responsibility of reshaping the nation’s future. According to him, Nigeria requires disciplined and principled young people, especially girls, to drive meaningful change and national development.
“The only way we can do this is by being true to ourselves, by doing the right things even when no one is watching, and by ensuring that we leave behind good legacies for future generations,” he said.
Olukoyede further noted that although the future may seem uncertain, it can be secured through deliberate efforts to build strong moral and ethical foundations. He urged the girls to remain guided in their actions and strive to become role models that Nigeria and Africa can be proud of.
Also speaking, the Acting Director of Staff Welfare Services, Felicia Bot Timothy, encouraged the students to consistently reflect their upbringing through disciplined, courteous, and accountable behavior. She stressed that their future would largely be determined by the decisions they make today.
“Keep being good ladies and continue to emulate the values you have been taught. I believe in you, and I trust that one day you will look back and remember that you were told you could succeed,” she said.
As part of the engagement, Inspector of the EFCC, Kayode Eniola, delivered a presentation on cybercrime, describing it as criminal activities conducted through digital communication tools on the internet. She highlighted common forms such as phishing, hacking, and online romance scams.
“Hacking involves unauthorized access to someone’s system or network,” she explained, noting that cybercrime can lead to reputational damage, breaches of privacy, and significant financial losses.
Eniola advised the students to adopt preventive measures, including the use of strong passwords, regular software updates, and logging out of shared devices after use.
In her remarks, the Head of the Enlightenment and Reorientation Unit, Aisha Mohammed, provided an overview of the EFCC’s mandate and the importance of collaboration in combating economic crimes. She emphasized that the Commission’s work extends beyond arrests and prosecutions to include preventive education and public engagement.
“The EFCC is not only about arrest and prosecution. We are deeply committed to prevention. That is why we are here today—to engage you early and guide you on the right path,” she said.
Mohammed encouraged the students to partner with the Commission by becoming change agents and positive ambassadors in their communities. She also urged them to reject misinformation about the EFCC and to shun internet fraud and all forms of criminal activity.
