By JKNewsMedia
AN INDEPENDENT civil society assessment has recognised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) among notable federal institutions in public accountability and service delivery, alongside the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).
JKNewsMedia.com reports that the assessment, presented at a civil society roundtable in Lagos, examined selected federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), focusing on transparency, institutional efficiency, accountability and measurable contributions to public service delivery.
A publication on October 24, 2026, said the assessment acknowledged the ICPC’s efforts to protect public resources, strengthen institutional safeguards against corruption and promote integrity within the public service.
The recognition comes as the Commission, under its Chairman, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, continues efforts to strengthen its investigative, preventive and enforcement responsibilities.
Beyond investigating corruption allegations, the ICPC has emphasised institutional reforms aimed at identifying weaknesses, strengthening compliance mechanisms and reducing opportunities for the abuse of public office.
The assessment also highlighted the importance of the Commission’s oversight responsibilities in public procurement, where weak institutional controls and corrupt practices can expose government finances to substantial losses.
The recognition further reflects the ICPC’s mandate to promote ethical conduct, reinforce accountability and encourage collaboration among regulatory institutions, law enforcement agencies and civil society organisations.
Under Aliyu’s leadership, the Commission has maintained its focus on lawful enforcement, preventive interventions and public enlightenment, recognising that sustainable efforts to combat corruption require more than prosecution alone.
The latest acknowledgement follows the ICPC’s performance in the 2026 Transparency and Integrity Index, conducted by the Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity, in which the Commission scored 80.13 per cent, an increase from 78.13 per cent in 2025.
The two assessments offer additional perspectives on the Commission’s performance in institutional accountability, transparency and service delivery.
Participants at the Lagos roundtable also stressed the importance of evaluating public institutions beyond policy announcements and routine activities, noting that institutional effectiveness should ultimately be reflected in measurable outcomes and tangible benefits to citizens.
For the ICPC, the recognition reinforces the need to sustain credible investigations, strengthen preventive measures, improve institutional responsiveness and deepen public confidence in efforts to combat corruption.
The assessment also highlights the responsibility of anti-corruption institutions to uphold professionalism, fairness, transparency and due process while carrying out their statutory duties.
As the Commission continues its work, the acknowledgement provides an opportunity to consolidate institutional improvements and strengthen collaboration with stakeholders committed to accountability and good governance.
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