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ICPC Chairman Calls for Stronger Integrity Systems to Tackle Corruption, Deepen Public Trust

The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has emphasized the need for collective action and stronger partnerships among stakeholders in the fight against corruption, stating that anti-graft agencies alone cannot win the battle against systemic corruption.

Dr. Aliyu made the call on Wednesday while delivering his opening address at the International Conference on Anti-Corruption, Transparency and Integrity in Governance, organized by the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN), the training arm of ICPC, in Keffi, Nasarawa State.

Speaking on the theme, “Strengthening Integrity Systems for Sustainable Development and Public Trust in Nigeria,” the ICPC Chairman described the conference as timely and strategic, noting that Nigeria urgently requires robust measures to address systemic corruption and promote ethical compliance across all sectors.

Represented by the Director of Special Services Department, Prince Hassan Mohammed, the ICPC's Boss said the absence of integrity and adherence to ethical standards remains a major contributor to many of the challenges confronting the nation.

“It is an acknowledged fact that lack of integrity and failure in ethical compliance is at the centre of most of the challenges our country is facing today,” he said.

Dr. Aliyu stressed that the anti-corruption fight requires the active participation of public institutions, the private sector, civil society organisations, professional bodies, faith-based organisations, the media, academia, and citizens.

He noted that the conference's objectives, which include promoting scholarly and policy discussions on anti-corruption strategies, facilitating the exchange of experiences and best practices, generating innovative and evidence-based solutions, strengthening partnerships among stakeholders, and advancing practical recommendations for improved governance, align with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

He expressed confidence that collaboration, innovation, and sustained commitment would help deepen public trust, strengthen integrity systems, and foster national development.

In his welcome address, the Provost of the Anti-Corruption Academy, Professor Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim, decried the state of corrupt practices and its impact on the socio-economy of Nigeria, saying the conference is aimed at galvanizing a concerted effort, intellectual benchmarking, and policy recommendations towards identifying the major barriers that impact transparency and integrity and how to break those barriers in this new era.

Professor Ibrahim urged participants to come up with clear and robust proposals and policy recommendations on how corruption can be mitigated and transparency and integrity can be promoted and sustained.

The governor of Nasarawa State, Engr Abdullahi Sule, who was represented by the Commissioner of Security and Home Affairs, CP Usman Baba (rtd), declared the conference open, just as he commended the efforts of the ICPC in the fight against corruption.

In his goodwill message at the conference, the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, emphasized that the fight against corruption must go beyond rhetoric and be driven by unwavering determination, discipline, and concrete action.

He noted that the battle against corruption can only be won through systemic reforms and a collective commitment by all stakeholders to reject and confront corrupt practices at every level of society.

The conference brought together representatives of government institutions, development partners, academia, researchers, students, the private sector, the media, and anti-corruption advocates to deliberate on practical approaches to strengthening transparency, accountability, and integrity in governance.

Classroom to Citizenship: ICPC Plants Integrity Seed in Boys’ Secondary School, Inaugurates Anti-Corruption Club

In a decisive move to nurture integrity from the classroom upwards, the Imo State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) recently conducted a sensitisation programme and inaugurated a Students’ Anti-Corruption Club (SAC) at Boys’ Secondary School, New Owerri.

The initiative, part of the Commission’s preventive public enlightenment mandate, seeks to catch young citizens early and equip them with the ethical grounding required for responsible leadership.

Read the full story here: https://icpc.gov.ng/classroom-to-citizenship-icpc-plants-integrity-seed-in-boys-secondary-school-inaugurates-anti-corruption-club/

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Anti-Corruption Unit of Kaduna Polytechnic Pledges Integrity Drive During ICPC Visit

The Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of Kaduna Polytechnic has reaffirmed its commitment to rooting out corruption and other related offences such as plagiarism, examination malpractice and sexual harassment within the institution, following a courtesy visit to the Kaduna State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

The delegation, comprising three ACTU members, was received at the ICPC’s state office by the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Mr Sakaba Ishaku, alongside senior officials of the Commission.

The visit sought to deepen collaboration between the polytechnic’s ACTU and the ICPC, with a focus on embedding transparency, accountability and integrity across the academic community.

Welcoming the team, Mr Ishaku commended the ACTU members for their dedication to anti-corruption efforts and urged them to serve as worthy ambassadors of probity in both academic and social settings.

He issued a stern warning against plagiarism, stressing that academic dishonesty undermines intellectual growth and damages institutional credibility. “Plagiarism weakens the very foundation of learning,” he said.

The RACC also described examination malpractice as a grave threat to educational standards and national development, calling on students to embrace hard work, discipline and honesty in their pursuits.

Turning to the issue of sexual harassment, Mr Ishaku expressed deep concern over its prevalence in educational institutions. He encouraged ACTU members to promote mutual respect, moral responsibility and ethical conduct among peers and staff, while actively supporting efforts to eradicate all forms of abuse and exploitation within the learning environment.

Speaking on behalf of the polytechnic’s ACTU, the Unit’s Chairperson thanked the ICPC for its warm reception and invaluable guidance. She assured the Commission that the Unit would stand firm against corruption in all its manifestations and would uphold integrity whenever corrupt practices are encountered.

She appealed to the ICPC to support the Unit through regular training programmes, workshops and sensitisation campaigns aimed at building members’ capacity and strengthening anti-corruption awareness across the institution.

Also addressing the gathering, the Assistant Commissioner and Head of Investigation at the ICPC Kaduna State Office, Mr Abubakar Jibril, charged the ACTU members to internalise a culture of integrity, fairness, accountability and dedication.

“The fight against corruption requires collective responsibility and active participation from young people, especially students, who represent the future of our nation,” Mr Jibril said.

He urged the members to remain vigilant and to report any suspected corrupt practices to the ICPC through proper channels.

The courtesy visit ended with a mutual commitment to ongoing collaboration, with both sides agreeing to intensify awareness campaigns and capacity-building initiatives aimed at fostering a corruption-free academic environment in Kaduna Polytechnic.

ICPC Sensitises Niger State Judicial Service Commission on Ethics and Integrity

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Niger State Office, has called on judicial workers to champion transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in the discharge of public duties.

The call came during a sensitisation lecture delivered to members and staff of the Niger State Judicial Service Commission, as part of the ICPC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen integrity frameworks within public institutions across the state.

Delivering the first paper titled “The Role of Public Servants in the Fight Against Corruption,” Assistant Chief Investigator (ACI) Suleiman Alhaj stressed that public officers occupy a critical position in the nation’s anti-corruption architecture. He urged them to uphold professionalism, discipline, and due process in all official dealings.

“Transparency and accountability are not optional—they are the very bedrock of good governance,” Mr Alhaj told the gathering. He further noted that adherence to ethical standards by judicial staff directly enhances public confidence in the justice system.

The second presentation was delivered by Deputy Superintendent Fauziya Abubakar on the topic “Overview of the National Ethics and Integrity Policy.” She outlined the core values of the policy, including patriotism, human dignity, integrity, professionalism, accountability, and respect for the rule of law.

Ms Abubakar emphasised that embedding these values within public institutions is essential for rebuilding public trust, improving service delivery, and accelerating national development. “Ethics is not an abstract concept; it is a daily practice that defines how we serve the people,” she remarked.

The sensitisation programme attracted a cross-section of key stakeholders, including the representative of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, the Secretary of the Judicial Service Commission, and members of staff of the Commission. In total, 31 participants attended the session.

The engagement forms part of the ICPC’s broader public enlightenment and stakeholder outreach strategy in Niger State, aimed at preventing corruption through education, value reorientation, and institutional collaboration.

As the ICPC continues to deepen its partnership with the judiciary, the message was clear: integrity must be the guiding principle for all who serve in public office.