By Newspot Nigeria
In a resounding call for reform, the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has emphasized the transformative potential of technology in promoting transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s public sector.
Speaking through the Commission’s Spokesperson, Mr. Demola Bakare, fsi, at the ongoing 3-Day National Anti-Corruption Conference (TAC’25), Dr. Aliyu urged stakeholders across all tiers of government to adopt innovative digital tools that eliminate discretion and enhance openness in public administration. The conference, themed “Fostering Collaboration in Enhancing Transparency Within MDAs”, is being held in Uyo under the auspices of the House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption.
“Investment in digital transformation for anti-corruption and effective service delivery purposes will go a long way to enhance development and spread national prosperity,” Dr. Aliyu stated. He called on Nigerians to move from rhetoric to action by embracing technology and accountability-driven systems that empower institutions and citizens alike.
Rt. Hon. (Prince) Kayode Moshood Akiolu, Chairman of the House Committee on Anti-Corruption, echoed this sentiment in his opening remarks, noting that “no single entity or agency can tackle the pervasive nature of corruption alone.” He emphasized the urgent need for synergy between government institutions, civil society, the private sector, and citizens to build a culture of transparency.
Delivering the keynote address, Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Dr. Mainasara Umar Kogo, highlighted that transparency not only fosters accountability but also deters misconduct and enables citizens to hold their leaders responsible. He stressed that while the use of technology is crucial, it must be backed by ethical leadership, proper training, and strict consequences for violations.
The event drew participants from a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and the private sector. Attendees actively engaged in thought-provoking panel discussions aimed at charting a clear path toward a more transparent and accountable Nigeria.
As Nigeria continues to grapple with systemic corruption, the message from TAC’25 is clear: the future of good governance lies in technology-driven transparency, collaborative efforts, and institutional integrity.
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FULL STATEMENT
INDEPENDENT CORRUPT PRACTICES AND OTHER RELATED OFFENCES COMMISSION (ICPC)
PRESS RELEASE
Tuesday, 22nd April 2025
TECHNOLOGY CAN BE A GAME-CHANGER IN PROMOTING TRANSPARENCY – ICPC CHAIRMAN
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has called for innovative strategies for enhancing transparency and accountability in Nigeria.
Dr. Aliyu stated this at a 3-Day National Anti-Corruption Conference (TAC’25) organized by the House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption, with the theme “Fostering Collaboration in Enhancing Transparency Within MDAs”.
Represented by the Commission’s Spokesperson, Mr. Demola Bakare, fsi, the ICPC Chairman stated that digital platforms that augment human discretion and promote open access must be fully embraced. “Investment in digital transformation for anti-corruption and effective service delivery purposes will go a long way to enhance development and spread national prosperity,” he said.
He further stated that transparency and accountability are not distant ideals, but are actionable principles, and by embracing innovation, empowering institutions, and involving every Nigerian in the fight against corruption, we can have a generation that did not just talk about change but made it happen.
In his opening remarks, the House of Representatives Committee Chairman on Anti-Corruption, Rt. Hon. (Prince) Kayode Moshood Akiolu emphasized the importance of collaboration in combating corruption. He stated that “no single entity or agency can tackle the pervasive nature of corruption alone. It calls for synergy between government agencies, civil society, the private sector, and the citizenry to create a cohesive strategy that places transparency at the forefront of our public administration”.
He further emphasized that there must be a steadfast commitment to ensuring that the processes of governing public service delivery are not just efficient but also open and transparent.
In his keynote address, the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Dr. Mainasara Umar Kogo, said that transparency fosters accountability, deters malfeasance, and empowers citizens to hold leaders to account.
The use of technology, he said, must be underpinned by a culture of integrity, nurtured through training, and leadership by example, while he also advocated for punitive measures when there are violations.
The conference brought together stakeholders from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and the private sector, with active participation from attendees, engaging in thought-provoking questions and discussions during the panel sessions.
Signed
Demola Bakare, fsi
Director, Public Enlightenment and Education / Spokesperson for the Commission
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