ICPC Collaborates with RoLAC on Capacity Building

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has partnered with the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC) to strengthen the capacity of its officers through a training exercise focused on the timely and accurate collection of data to enhance data-driven institutional performance.

In a statement signed by the Director Public Enlightenment and Education of the Commission, Demola Bakare, said a two-day capacity-building workshop, funded by the European Union, was recently held in Abuja. The programme focused on implementing the Commission’s Strategic Action Plan (SAP), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), as well as data collection and reporting templates designed to support the accurate documentation of departmental activities.

Declaring the event open, the Chairman of the ICPC, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, who was represented by the Director of Planning, Research, and Statistics, Mr. Oche A. Godwin, emphasized the growing importance of data in modern governance. He described data as the foundation upon which informed decisions are made, policies are formulated, and accountability is sustained.

According to him, the ICPC, being a lead institution in promoting integrity and combating corruption, must possess the capacity to collect, manage, analyze, and evaluate data effectively. He described this capacity not merely as a technical requirement but as a “strategic imperative” for the Commission’s mission.

Dr. Aliyu noted that the training was structured to equip participants with the tools and methodologies required to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen transparency, and improve the Commission’s overall impact, particularly in areas such as tracking investigative progress, assessing the effectiveness of preventive initiatives, and reporting institutional performance through robust data management and monitoring and evaluation systems.

In the first technical session, Mr. Oche A. Godwin delivered a presentation on the ICPC Strategic Action Plan (2024–2028). He highlighted key areas such as planning, risk assessment, resource optimization, and adaptive strategies in a dynamic operating environment. He further explained that the value of any plan is realized only through implementation and that effective planning must remain flexible while clarifying both short and long-term goals.

The second technical paper, titled Practicalizing the Annual Work Plan was delivered by Mr. Hilary Zira. He provided participants with practical guidance on how the Annual Work Plan aligns with SAP implementation, stressing its importance in ensuring that departmental activities contribute meaningfully to institutional objectives and measurable outcomes.

The workshop also featured a practical session during which participants applied the concepts and tools learned, including data entry, reporting templates, and KPI measurement. The hands-on component ensured that officers not only understood the theoretical framework but could also translate it into accurate and standardized documentation practices across the Commission.

Also speaking, the Component Lead of RoLAC, Dr. Emmanuel Uche, underscored the importance of proper documentation as a critical tool for accountability, institutional learning, and performance measurement.

ICPC Records Landmark ₦1.86 Billion from 2024 Asset Disposal — Highest Since Inception

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has achieved a major milestone in its asset disposal operations, realizing a total of ₦1,868,969,400.00 from the auction of 23 forfeited assets in 2024  the highest amount recorded since the Commission’s establishment.

In a statement signed by the Director Public Enlightenment of the Commission, Demola Bakare, said this achievement was announced during the 2025 meeting of the Asset Disposal Committee, following a report presented by the Proceeds of Crime Department (POCD). 

The exercise was carried out in line with the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act (POCA) 2022, which empowers the Commission to recover, manage, and dispose of assets derived from illicit activities.

According to the report, out of the 23 assets disposed of in 2024, 10 were successfully auctioned in December 2024, while seven could not be sold due to low bids that fell below the approved threshold or forced-sale value. The remaining six assets were affected by legal, security, or encroachment challenges. Four (4) unsold assets have been rolled over into the 2025 disposal programme.

For the 2025 exercise, the Committee has presented 30 movable and immovable assets for disposal. These include four (4) rolled-over assets from 2024, twelve (12) immovable assets, three (3) movable assets, and eleven (11) batches of perishable assets newly enrolled for auction.

A breakdown of the amount of money realized from the disposal revealed that perishable/ scrapped assets stood at N3,969,400.00, Off-cycle disposal sales (3 No. assets) valued at N975,000,000.00, while On-Cycle Disposal Sales (20 No. Assets) is valued at N890,000,000.00.

Presiding over the meeting, the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, commended the Proceeds of Crime Department for its effective implementation of the Commission’s mandate and emphasized that depriving the corrupt of their illicit gains remains one of the most potent strategies in combating corruption.

“The significance of asset recovery in the fight against corruption cannot be overstated. It serves as a vital mechanism for restoring public resources to their rightful use.” Dr. Aliyu noted.

Dr. Aliyu further explained that civil forfeiture provides a faster, cheaper, and more transparent means of recovering stolen assets, while the conversion of confiscated assets into public value enhances national economic growth and rebuilds public confidence in the anti-corruption process.

He reiterated that asset disposal is a critical aspect of ICPC’s responsibilities under POCA 2022 and other enabling laws, aimed at promoting transparency, accountability, and value optimization in the conversion of forfeited assets into proceeds that benefit both victims of corruption and the Nigerian public.

In line with ICPC’s commitment to transparency and due process, the 2025 Asset Disposal Committee meeting was observed by independent representatives from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Accountability Lab, and the Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI).

Dr. Aliyu commended the presence of these observers, noting that their participation reinforces public trust and ensures that the asset disposal process is conducted with fairness, integrity, and full transparency.

Forgery Case: Court Issues Arrest Warrant for NSCDC Official

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has obtained a bench warrant from the Federal Capital Territory High Court Apo, Abuja against Jubrin Buba, a staff of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for refusing to appear for arraignment.

The case of Federal Republic of Nigeria vs Jubrin Buba came up on Wednesday for arraignment de novo. However, the defendant was not in court neither his lawyer nor his surety, despite being duly notified.

In view of Buba’s absence, counsel to ICPC, Mr. Aniekan Ekong, urged the Court to issue a bench warrant for his arrest and that notice should also be issued to the surety to show cause as to why the bail bond should not be forfeited to the federal government.

The presiding judge, Honourable Justice Binta Dogonyaro, granted the application and adjourned the matter to 4th March 2025 for arraignment and hearing.

ICPC is arraigning Buba on a six-count charge of forgery and false statements.

According to the ICPC, Buba, sometime in February 2015, fraudulently presented a fake BSc. Degree Certificate in Public Administration dated 7th October 2009 purportedly issued by the University of Jos, to secure a job with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.

Using a forged document as genuine, is an offence under Section 366, and punishable under Section 364, of the Penal Code.

He was formerly arraigned in 2022 before Hon. Justice Asma’u Akanbi (as then was), at the FCT High Court, Kubwa.

Following the elevation of Justice Akanbi to the Court of Appeal, the matter was re-assigned to FCT High Court 46, Apo presided over by Honourable Justice Binta Dogonyaro.

In counts one and two, Buba is being charged with making a false statement to a public officer contrary to section 25 (1) (a) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000.

While in counts three to four, he is being charged with forgery contrary to section 364 of the Penal Code.

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Kano Govt Reaffirms Full Support for State Anti-Graft Agency's Efforts to Combat Corruption in Public Service

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, in partnership with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) under the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (ROLAC) program, has taken a significant step towards enhancing the capacity of civil service directors in the fight against corruption. 

The commission organized a capacity-building workshop aimed at equipping public servants with the necessary tools and knowledge to combat corruption within their ranks.

State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented by his Dedputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, reiterated the state government's dedication to eradicating corruption at all levels of governance. 

Abba Kabir assures the Commission of the Government’s full backing in its efforts to eliminate corruption from the public service and called for unwavering commitment from all public officials

He called on the directors to take the lessons learned from the workshop seriously and apply them in their daily responsibilities.

In his welcome address, the Head of Civil Service in Kano State, Abdullahi Musa, emphasized the importance of the workshop in fostering a culture of transparency and accountability within the civil service. 

He highlighted the state's commitment to ensuring that public servants are well-trained and prepared to uphold the highest standards of integrity in their duties.

Barrister Muhuyi Magaji, Chairman of the Kano Anti-Corruption Commission, delivered a keynote address, focusing on the critical role of civil servants in the state's anti-corruption efforts. 

Muhuyi details the Commission’s success in investigating and prosecuting cases of corruption which involves Civil servants, recovering cases of corruption, recovering stolen funds and implementing preventive measures to reduce the incidence of corruption within the state.

Magaji emphasized that, these achievements demonstrate the Commission’s commitments to maintaining integrity and transparency in the public sector

He urged the directors to be proactive in identifying and addressing corrupt practices, noting that their leadership positions place them at the forefront of the battle against corruption.

Representatives from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) were also in attendance. They shared insights into federal-level anti-corruption initiatives and discussed how these could be harmonized with the state's efforts.

The ROLAC II program, represented by Rabi’u Bello, emphasized the importance of continuous capacity building for public servants. 

The program's goal is to support Nigerian institutions in promoting the rule of law and reducing corruption through effective training and collaboration.

Participants engaged in various interactive sessions covering topics such as ethical governance, whistleblower protection, and the implementation of anti-corruption policies. 

The workshop is expected to enhance the effectiveness of civil service directors in maintaining a transparent and accountable public service in Kano State.

The event concluded with a strong call to action for the civil service directors to lead by example and contribute actively to the state's ongoing fight against corruption.

Gwamna Namadi Ya Taya Babban Lauyan Jigawa Murnar Zama Shugaban Hukumar ICPC

Gwamna Malam Umar Namadi ya mika sakon taya murna ga babban mai shari'a kuma kwamishinan shari'a na jihar Jigawa Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu bisa nadin da shugaba Bola Ahmed ya yi masa a matsayin shugaban hukumar yaki da rashawa mai zaman kanta ta ICPC. Tinubu.

 

A sanarwar da babban sakataren yada labaran Gwamnan, Hamisu Muhammad Gumel ya sanyawa hannu, ya bayyana cewa sanarwar nadin Dr. Aliyu a matsayin shugaban hukumar ICPC ta zo ne a matsayin shaida na jajircewarsa, sadaukarwa, rikon amana da kuma himma wajen tabbatar da doka da oda da yaki da laifuka da cin hanci da rashawa a wannan kasa tamu mai girma. Wannan nasarar ta samu karramawa ne bisa irin hazakar da yake yi da kuma irin gudunmawar da yake bayarwa ga tsarin shari’a da adalci a cikin jihar Jigawa da ma kasa baki daya.

 

Gwamna Namadi ya ce, "Na yi farin cikin jin yadda Dr. Aliyu ya cancanci nada shi a matsayin Shugaban Hukumar ICPC, ya nuna jajircewarsa ba tare da gindaya sharuɗɗan adalci da adalci ba. akan wannan muhimmiyar rawar da al'ummarmu ke takawa wajen yaki da cin hanci da rashawa."

“Dr. Aliyu ya yi aiki a matsayin babban lauyan gwamnati kuma kwamishinan shari’a a jihar Jigawa tare da nuna banbancin ra’ayi, yana nuna zurfin fahimtar doka da kuma jajircewa wajen tabbatar da kyawawan halaye. Jagorancinsa ya taka rawar gani wajen inganta tsarin shari’a da adalci a jiharmu.”

 

Gwamna Namadi, a madadin al’ummar Jihar Jigawa, yana yi wa Dakta Musa Adamu Aliyu fatan samun nasara a sabon mukaminsa na Shugaban Hukumar ICPC. Irin nasarorin da ya samu da kuma sadaukar da kai babu shakka za su taimaka matuka wajen kokarin da ake yi na yaki da cin hanci da rashawa da tabbatar da kyakkyawan shugabanci a Najeriya.

Gwamna Namadi ya kuma bayyana kwarin gwiwarsa na cewa Dakta Musa Adamu Aliyu zai ci gaba da baiwa jihar Jigawa alfahari da irin gudunmawar da yake bayarwa a matakin kasa, sannan ya ba shi tabbacin goyon bayan gwamnatin jihar da al’ummarta.

“Al’ummar Jihar Jigawa da aka sansu da jajircewarsu wajen tabbatar da gaskiya da rikon amana, sun tsaya tsayin daka wajen taya Dakta Musa Adamu Aliyu murnar wannan mukami mai daraja da kuma zage-zagen tasirin da zai yi a matsayinsa na Shugaban Hukumar ICPC.” Inji Gwamnan. 

Shugaba Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ya Nada Kwamishinan Sharia Na Jigawa A Matsayin Shugabancin Hukumar ICPC

A aiwatar da ikon da aka bai wa shugaban kasa kamar yadda yake a sashe na 3 (6) na dokar cin hanci da rashawa da sauran laifuka ta shekara ta 2000, da kuma ci gaba da sabunta fata na sake fasalin manyan cibiyoyi da karfafa yakin Najeriya da cin hanci da rashawa, Shugaba Bola Tinubu. ya amince da nadin sabon kwamitin gudanarwa na Hukumar Yaki da Cin Hanci da Rashawa da Sauran Laifukan (ICPC), har zuwa lokacin da Majalisar Dattawa ta tabbatar da hakan:

A sanarwar da mai Bawa Shugaban kasa shawara kan harkokin yada labarai da hulda da jama'a, Chief Ajuri Ngelale ya sanyawa hannu, yace shugaban ya nada. Musa Adamu Aliyu a matsayin Shugaban Hukumar ICPC

Mista Clifford Okwudiri Oparaodu - Sakataren Hukumar, ICPC

Majalisar dattawan Najeriya ta nada sabon shugaban hukumar ta ICPC, bayan amincewar da shugaban kasar ya yi na bukatar shugaban mai barin gado na ci gaba da hutun kafin karshen wa’adinsa daga ranar 4 ga watan Nuwamba, 2023, gabanin cikar wa’adinsa a ranar 3 ga watan Fabrairu. , 2024.

Matsayin Sakataren Hukumar ba ya bukatar amincewar Majalisar Dattawa, saboda haka, bisa umarnin Shugaban kasa, nadin Mista Clifford Okwudiri Oparaodu a matsayin Sakataren Hukumar ya fara aiki nan take.

Dokta Musa Adamu Aliyu ya fara yin gyare-gyare da dama a matsayin babban lauyan gwamnatin jihar Jigawa tun daga watan Satumban 2019 kuma yana da digirin digirgir da na biyu a fannin shari’a. An kuma nada shi a matsayin Babban Lauyan Najeriya wanda aka zaba a watan Oktoba 2023.

Mista Clifford Okwudiri Oparaodu lauya ne wanda ya shafe sama da shekaru 30 gogewa kuma ya yi aikin kwarai a aikin gwamnati a matsayin memba a hukumar shari’a ta jihar Ribas kuma shugaban kwamitin riko na karamar hukumar Fatakwal.

Shugaban ya yi kira ga sabbin shugabannin hukumar ta ICPC da su kasance a koyaushe yayin da suke gudanar da ayyukansu ba tare da tsoro ko fifita su ba dangane da duk wani abu da ke gabansu.

Yanzu-Yanzu: Kotu Ta Dakatar Da Hukumomin EFCC, ICPC Da CCB Daga Bincikar Hukumar Yaki Da Cin Hanci Ta Kano

A ranar Litinin din da ta gabata ce wata babbar kotun jihar Kano ta hana Hukumar EFCC  da Hukumar da'ar ma'aikata da Hukumar Yaki da Cin Hanci da Rashawa da sauran Laifuka (ICPC) shiga harkokin Hukumar Korafe-korafe da Yaki da Cin Hanci da Rashawa ta Jihar Kano.

Jaridar SOLACEBASE ta ruwaito cewa EFCC da CCB sun rubuta wa hukumar yaki da cin hanci da rashawa ta jihar wasika inda suka bukaci a binciki ayyukanta da na shugaban hukumar Barista Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado.

A cewar umarnin kotun, wadanda suka shigar da kara sun hada da babban lauyan gwamnatin jihar Kano, hukumar yaki da cin hanci da rashawa ta jihar Kano, da Barista Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado.

Yayin da wadanda ake kara sun hada da EFCC, CCB da ICPC

A wani umarnin kotu da ya bayar a ranar Litinin mai shari’a Farouk Lawan Adamu ya ce an bayar da wannan umarnin ne ta hanyar umarnin wucin gadi na hana wadanda ake kara ko dai su kansu, ko wakilai, ko ma’aikata, ko kuma duk wanda ya gayyato, barazana, kora, kora, kamawa, ko kuma wani abu. hanya ko hanya tsoma baki, tsoma baki, ko shiga cikin al'amuran kowane ma'aikaci ko mutumin da ke ƙarƙashin sabis na masu ƙara, ta kowane nau'i ko nadi da aka kira, har sai an saurare shi da kuma tantance dalilin da ya samo asali.

Daga nan ne kotun ta dage ci gaba da sauraron karar zuwa ranar 25 ga watan Satumba 2023 domin sauraren karar.