Kano Anti-Graft Agency Resolves Majority of Ombudsman-Related Complaints, Processes Over 1,395 Cases in One Year
The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has made significant strides in the past year, resolving over 60% of Ombudsman-related complaints and handling a total of 1,395 cases.
This achievement was highlighted by the Commission’s Chairman, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, during the International Ombuds Day 2024 celebration held on Thursday in Kano. The event was designed to promote the role of Ombudsman services in addressing public grievances and ensuring accountability in governance.
According to Rimingado, 70% of the cases received by the Commission over the past year were Ombudsman-related. Out of these, 60% have been successfully resolved, while 40% are still under investigation. He underscored the Commission’s commitment to transparency and prompt response to public complaints.
“This year, we received 1,395 petitions, and 70% were related to the Ombudsman services. We have resolved 60% of these cases and are actively working on the rest,” Rimingado stated.
The PCACC Chairman emphasized the Commission’s ongoing efforts to address a wide range of complaints, including issues related to corruption, public service delivery, and violations of citizens' rights. While significant progress has been made, Rimingado assured that the Commission remains focused on resolving the remaining cases.
In addition to outlining the Commission’s achievements, Rimingado also addressed calls to dismantle the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He rejected these calls, arguing that Nigeria’s anti-graft efforts would benefit from having multiple strong institutions, rather than reducing the number of agencies.
"We believe in the importance of maintaining a robust anti-corruption system. State-level bodies like ours complement the work of national agencies such as the EFCC. Scrapping the EFCC would weaken the fight against corruption, which requires both state and national efforts," Rimingado said.
He concluded by urging the public to continue utilizing the PCACC’s services to seek justice and redress for their grievances, reaffirming the Commission's dedication to improving its mechanisms for addressing complaints.
The event was part of a global initiative to raise awareness about the critical role Ombudsman institutions play in promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance.