The Nigerian Senate has officially confirmed Ola Olukoyede as the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Muhammad Hammajoda as the Secretary of the anti-graft agency. This confirmation comes after their screening by the Senate, about a week after their appointment by President Bola Tinubu.
Ola Olukoyede's appointment as the new EFCC Chairman follows the suspension of the previous chairman, Mr. Abdulrasheed Bawa, by President Tinubu almost four months ago. Olukoyede's and Hammajoda's appointments are for an initial renewable term of four years.
This development marks a significant change in the leadership of the EFCC, which plays a crucial role in combating economic and financial crimes in Nigeria. It reflects President Tinubu's commitment to addressing corruption and promoting good governance in the country.
Olukoyede's tenure as the new EFCC Chairman will be closely watched as he takes on the responsibility of leading the agency in its mission to investigate and combat corruption, financial crimes, and fraudulent activities in Nigeria. The EFCC plays a vital role in the government's efforts to maintain transparency, uphold the rule of law, and ensure accountability in public and private sectors
