ICPC Advocates Preventive Anti-Corruption Strategies in Abuja

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), under the leadership of Chairman Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), advocated for enhanced preventive strategies against corruption at the Fourth International Diplomatic Dialogue held at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja. The event, organized by the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN), was themed “Development of Anti-Corruption Strategies and Policies: The Russian National Experience.” Mr. Igor Ivannikov, Minister Counsellor/Charge d’ Affairs of the Russian Embassy in Nigeria, presented Russia's anti-corruption measures, emphasizing the need for a system that combines punishment for past offenses with preventive measures addressing underlying causes.

Dr. Aliyu stressed the importance of learning from international experiences to strengthen Nigeria's anti-corruption efforts, urging participants to translate the knowledge gained into actionable strategies that enhance public trust and institutional integrity.