ICPC, Osun Govt Sign Mou To Tackle Corruption

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Osun State Government have a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to combat corruption and foster a culture of integrity and accountability in the state.

The MoU was signed at the Government House in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, on Monday.

Speaking after the signing, the ICPC Chairman, Dr Musa Aliyu, thanked Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for “his unwavering support and commitment to making this event a reality”.

Aliyu described the signing as a “historic step forward”, saying, “Section 6 (b-f) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act empowers our Commission to undertake a comprehensive range of activities. We are tasked with evaluating and reviewing public bodies’ practices, systems, and procedures to identify and mitigate fraud or corruption.

“We instruct, advise, and assist officers, agencies, and parastatals in combating these issues. We recommend necessary changes to reduce bribery and corruption, educate the public on related offences, and garner public support in this vital fight. These provisions have been affirmed by the Supreme Court in the case of the Attorney General of Ondo State v Attorney General of the Federation and Others, reinforcing our mandate.

“Today’s signing of the Memorandum of Understanding with the Osun State Government is a historic step forward.

“Leveraging the directives of UNCAC, our Constitution (as amended), and the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, we commit to a robust partnership focused on anti-corruption initiatives, public education, and activities designed to enhance integrity and accountability within Osun State.

“As the Chairman of the ICPC and a former State Attorney General, I firmly believe that the fight against corruption cannot be won by any single individual or agency. It requires the concerted efforts of all stakeholders in the three tiers of government.

“Our collaboration with the Osun State Government is a testament to this belief. Together, we will galvanise support, implement necessary preventive measures, and adopt a more effective strategy in our battle against corruption. This also aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agenda for ‘improved governance for effective service delivery’.”