Corruption: ICPC tasks stakeholders to reaffirm commitment to ending menace

The Chairman of the ICPC, Musa Adamu Aliyu SAN, gave the charge at a National Integrity Summit on Wednesday.

The programme, themed: “Integrity is Everything” (Building Ethical Leaders for Sustainable Future), brought together Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Non-Governmental Organisations, NGOs, and other stakeholders to discuss the importance of ethical leadership at the Federal Ministry of Education, Abuja, on Wednesday.

According to the ICPC Chairman, who was represented by a deputy director of ICPC, Mr Kingsley Obi, “As we gather to discuss the importance of ethical leadership, let us strive to reaffirm our commitment to building a corruption-free society where leaders prioritize the well-being of citizens and the nation.

‘’This year’s theme resonates with the ICPC’s mandate, which is aimed at promoting good governance, enhancing public trust, ensuring accountability, transparency, and integrity in public service.

We play a crucial role in holding government officials accountable by investigating allegations of corruption, recovering stolen assets, and ensuring that public resources are used for the benefit of citizens.”

Dr Aliyu further noted that the Commission was in partnership with NGOs nationwide to achieve its mandate of eradicating corruption in the country.

The ICPC boss commended the efforts of the organisers and other stakeholders while reiterating that their dedication to the task was essential in the fight against corruption.

Speaking earlier in his welcome address, the Convener of the summit, Comrade Charles Agubor, urged participants to ensure their character and actions speak louder than their words.

“Let your character and actions speak louder than your words. Let your service to humanity reflect selflessness, and your ambition be guided by moral principles.

“The future of our nation rests on the shoulders of young leaders like you, and it is your integrity that will determine how far Nigeria will go in achieving her aspirations.

In his own remark, Dr Daniel Omofoman, Executive Director of African Electoral Integrity Initiative, said the Commission was a critical stakeholder in ensuring electoral integrity, noting that it was partnering with the Commission and others in that aspect