The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken a proactive step in combating corruption by launching the “Integrity Club,” which seeks to educate young Nigerians about resisting corruption.
This initiative was rolled out across primary and secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
At the launch of the Integrity Club in Abuja, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, represented by Director of Public Affairs Wilson Uwujaren, explained that the club was established to involve young Nigerians in the nation’s fight against corruption by raising awareness and instilling anti-corruption values in children.
He further explained that Integrity Clubs have been designed as a platform where students can engage in discussions about corruption, become informed about the dangers of corrupt practices, and learn how to resist corruption.
In his words, “Corruption is a threat to our nation’s development, and it must be fought with all our might. And this is the reason the EFCC is encouraging every stakeholder to be a part of this crusade.”
“Integrity Clubs are conceived as a forum of interaction, enlightenment, and empowerment for our students. Members are expected to meet regularly to discuss issues of resistance to corruption and allow the values of integrity, honesty, courage, and diligence to manifest in their lives. We believe that children at the primary and secondary school levels of the education system are still tradable.”
“They are receptive to instructions and can be guided into embracing higher values of life. We believe that their outlook on life can be shaped by the right value system, which their membership of Integrity Clubs would surely offer them. Our children can only become the leaders we desire if we equip, mentor, guide, and guide them rightly.”
“This is the basis of the forming of the Integrity Club in schools.”
“While we busy ourselves with these structures of integrity in schools, there is no better modality of fighting corruption than individual resistance to it. We must all resolve to be solutions rather than problems to be solved.”
“Without such a mindset, the best of our efforts may not yield positive results.”
He commended the members of the Integrity Club, asserting that by choosing to become a part of the club, they have demonstrated their commitment to upholding integrity and honesty throughout their lives.
