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| FG, EFCC Pledge to Combat Fake News |
Idris commended the EFCC for its tireless efforts in fighting economic and financial crimes, noting that the commission's impact is undeniable. He praised the initiative of a radio station, which will help counter false narratives, fake news, and biased presentations of the EFCC's work. He assured the EFCC of increased support and collaboration.
The federal government and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have pledged to combat fake news in Nigeria. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, and the Chairman of EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, made the commitment during the official commissioning of the EFCC Radio, 97.3 FM, in Abuja.
Idris commended the EFCC for its tireless efforts in fighting economic and financial crimes, noting that the commission's impact is undeniable. He praised the initiative of a radio station, which will help counter false narratives, fake news, and biased presentations of the EFCC's work. He assured the EFCC of increased support and collaboration.
Olukoyede shared the conception and development of the radio station idea, calling its commissioning a significant milestone. He condemned the scourge of fake news, which undermines the EFCC's efforts, and emphasized that the radio station will enable the commission to share its stories more accurately.
Senator Emmanuel Udende, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Anti-corruption and Financial Crimes, described corruption as a hindrance to national growth and development. Honourable Kayode Akinolu, Chairman of the House Committee on Financial Crimes, urged Nigerians to make the EFCC Radio their preferred station, as public enlightenment is crucial in the fight against corruption.
