ICPC unveils 5-year anti-corruption plan

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC)

has reiterated its commitment to tackle corruption head-on.

The ICPC Spokesperson, Mr Demola Bakare, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja.

Bakare said that the commission was increasing the momentum by taking the fight to the corrupt, and empowering Nigeria’s youth to demand integrity.

According to him, the anti-graft agency will inaugurate its ambitious five-year Strategic Action Plan for 2024-2028, tagged “Operation Integrity”.

He said that the action plan aimed at combating corruption and promoting transparency.

Bakare said that the commission would also unveil its foremost digital media Podcast programme called Ethicspod, the first of its kind by any anti-corruption body in West Africa.

”The launch of the Strategic Action Plan marks the commencement of a new five-year roadmap following the successful implementation of the 2019-2023 plan.

”The Strategic Action Plan 2024-2028 will continue to focus on combating corruption through innovative methods and sustained action.

”More importantly, the Commission will also launch its bi-weekly Podcast programme aimed at amplifying anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria through the power of digital media.

”The launch of the Podcast tagged “EthicsPod”, a youth-focused podcast spearheaded by ICPC, will be unveiled by the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN.,” he said.

He said that ”EthicsPod aimed to educate and engage young Nigerians on the importance of transparency, accountability, and taking a stand against corruption.

”’The bi-weekly podcast will bring together experts, beneficiaries, victims, and key actors to discuss corruption, sharing real-life stories to expose its impact and empower listeners with practical tools to resist and report corrupt practices.

”EthicsPod is an integral part of ICPC’s mission to increase public reporting of corruption cases by the end of the 2024-2028 Strategic Action Plan.

”Through these initiatives, ICPC continues to lead the charge against corruption, fostering a culture of integrity and accountability across Nigeria,” he said.

According to him, the event will feature prominent government officials, including the Secretary to the Government of Nigeria, Senator George Akume, who will represent President Bola Tinubu.

He said that the programme was supported by Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC) supports(NAN)

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