By Abdullahi Yusuf
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission(ICPC) has developed a Strategic Action Plan to boost its fight against corruption in the country.
The Plan which runs from 2024 to 2028 was circulated by the commission at its Breakfast Meeting with Editors under the aegis of the Nigerian Guild of Editors(NGE) held at Marriott Hotel, Lagos.
In his Forward for the Plan, the Chairman of the commission,Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu SAN,said the document marked a significant milestone in the body’s fight against corruption in the country.
“This comprehensive plan marks a significant milestone in our ongoing fight against corruption and our unwavering commitment to fostering integrity and good governance across Nigeria.
“Importantly, this plan intrinsically aligns with the priorities and objectives laid out in the National Anti-corruption Strategy(2022&2026) Action Plan 2024,as well as other relevant Anti-corruption implementation frameworks,” Dr Adamu said.
According to him, the plan was built upon the successes and lessons learned from the commission’s previous Strategic Action Plan(2019 to 2023).
“We have rigorously assessed our past performance, identified areas for improvement and incorporated key learnings to ensure more impactful and sustainable approach to combating corruption.
“The ICPC Strategic Action Plan for 2024-2028 embodies our renewed dedication to achieving a corruption-free Nigeria.It encompasses a comprehensive results framework, integrated undelivered activities from the previous plan,and strategic activities aligned with both national and Sub-National Anti-corruption strategies,”the ICPC Boss said.
He stated that the development of a robust Monitoring and Evaluation operational framework would further enhance the commission’s ability to track progress, ensure accountability and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
“My personal policy thrust is clear:prioritize corruption prevention while maintaining a strong enforcement focus,” he added.