Tinubu Declares War on Corruption, Inaugurates EFCC Office

On Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu announced a decisive campaign against corruption, stating that corrupt public officials will find no hiding place. During the inauguration of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) zonal office in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, Tinubu reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to enhancing anti-corruption institutions and ensuring accountability across both public and private sectors.

He issued a stern warning to corrupt officials, asserting that the administration would pursue its anti-graft agenda without retreat. Tinubu highlighted the importance of strengthening institutions to build public trust and investor confidence, linking anti-corruption efforts to Nigeria's economic recovery.

He praised the EFCC's recent achievements, including actions against cyber-enabled financial crimes and the dismantling of foreign-controlled cryptocurrency syndicates. The establishment of the Ekiti zonal office is seen as a significant milestone in decentralizing operations and improving the efficiency of anti-corruption enforcement.