ICPC Recovers N5.8 Billion in Anti-Corruption Drive

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) reported the recovery of N5,789,681,925.02 from January to June 2026, as part of its ongoing anti-corruption initiatives aimed at strengthening accountability and security in Nigeria. The commission's performance report indicates that it received 271 petitions during this six-month period, assigned 234 cases for investigation, and successfully filed 25 cases in various courts, leading to 20 convictions.

The ICPC emphasized its role in curtailing corruption, which undermines Nigeria's security architecture and diverts resources meant for critical public services. Additionally, the commission conducted 33 system studies on corruption risk assessments and 42 corruption monitoring exercises, while inaugurating 58 anti-corruption transparency units across ministries, departments, and agencies.

The ICPC also expanded public enlightenment efforts, conducting 291 sensitization sessions that reached 199,291 participants nationwide and establishing 68 anti-corruption clubs to promote integrity among young Nigerians.