By Newspot Nigeria News Desk
The Katsina State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has renewed its call for stronger public collaboration in Nigeria’s ongoing anti-corruption efforts, stressing that integrity must begin within institutions and communities.
Speaking during a weekly public enlightenment programme, “Babbar Magana,” on Vision FM Katsina, the Commission reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with government institutions, civil society organisations and community groups to reduce corruption to the barest minimum.
The engagement underscored what the Commission described as a shared civic responsibility in the fight against graft, noting that sustainable reform can only be achieved through collective vigilance and ethical re-orientation.
Celebrating Nigeria’s FATF Milestone
During the session, ICPC representatives also highlighted Nigeria’s recent removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List, describing it as a significant milestone in strengthening the country’s global financial credibility.
The achievement was attributed to sustained institutional reforms and strategic leadership within Nigeria’s anti-corruption architecture, particularly under the current ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN.
Representing the Katsina Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Mr. Samuel S. Lodam, Assistant Director Sani Tarauni Tukur of the Media and Public Communication Unit reiterated that the Commission remains steadfast in enforcing its mandate across both public and private sectors.
Institutionalising Integrity
The Commission outlined its proactive approach to combating corruption, emphasising preventive systems alongside enforcement.
According to the ICPC, partnerships with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) have been strengthened to institutionalise anti-corruption frameworks and embed integrity-driven practices at grassroots level.
Particular emphasis was placed on initiatives such as:
- The National Ethics and Integrity Policy (NEIP), designed to promote ethical conduct nationwide.
- The establishment of Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units (ACTUs) across MDAs to strengthen internal accountability mechanisms.
These measures, the Commission noted, are geared toward building a culture of transparency, civic responsibility and ethical stewardship in public service.
Commitment to Fair Investigation
On investigative procedures, the Commission assured citizens that all allegations of corruption are subjected to thorough, impartial and professional scrutiny.
“We in the ICPC stand as a pillar of Nigeria’s anti-corruption architecture,” a representative stated during the programme. “Our work is focused on restoring public trust in governance and ensuring that national resources serve the collective good.”
The session concluded with reflections on public perception of anti-corruption efforts and the importance of sustained citizen participation in strengthening accountability systems across the country.
The statement was signed by J. Okor Odey, Anipr, Spokesperson for the Commission.
— Newspot Nigeria
