In a major push against corruption, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has recovered over ₦446 billion and restrained an additional ₦142 billion in forfeiture, along with ₦30 billion in cash within a single month.
This was revealed by the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu, during the Monthly National Joint Security Briefing held in Abuja.
Highlighting the commission’s strong performance in September, Issa-Onilu stated:
> “This is a sign of strength to further eliminate corruption in Nigeria.”
He disclosed that the ICPC received 19 petitions through both physical and digital platforms accessible to the public. From 33 assigned cases, nine investigations were successfully completed, leading to three convictions.
> “Relevant updates on these cases have been communicated to the appropriate parties,” he added.
Beyond enforcement, the ICPC also intensified its public engagement efforts. The commission hosted 77 sensitisation workshops and conferences, directly engaging over 41,900 participants, including State Attorneys-General.
It also launched one Systems Study/Corruption Risk Assessment and established eight Anti-Corruption Transparency Units (ACTUs) across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), aimed at reinforcing institutional transparency.
On the media front, Issa-Onilu noted a surge in digital engagement, reporting 1,650 social media hits. The commission aired four episodes of its weekly TV programme Transparency Files in English, and 27 episodes of its indigenous language outreach WAZOBIA.
> “Furthermore, it successfully issued 12 News Releases, which received 121 widespread mentions by media outlets,” he said.
Issa-Onilu described the ICPC’s efforts as a clear demonstration of its ongoing commitment to building a transparent, accountable, and corruption-free Nigeria.
NAN
