By Abuja, Nigeria- The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) announced today that there is importance for the leadership of polytechnics and colleges of technology across Nigeria to strengthen integrity systems and institutional governance as part of efforts to reform the technical education sector.
The call was made in Abuja by ICPC Chairman, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, during the COHEADs Retreat held at the TETFund Auditorium in Maitama.
The appeal was directed at Governing Council Chairmen, Commissioners for Education, Rectors, Registrars, and Bursars of federal and state polytechnics who attended the retreat.
Dr Aliyu emphasised the need for stronger collaboration between tertiary institutions and the ICPC, particularly through the establishment of Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units (ACTUs) and Student Anti-Corruption Vanguards (SAVs).
These campus-based groups are designed to promote ethical conduct and nurture a culture of integrity among students.
He also encouraged institutions to cooperate fully with the Commission during the annual Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) assessments, noting that the exercise helps improve transparency, accountability, and good governance in the education sector.
According to the ICPC Chairman, partnerships between the Commission and educational institutions are essential to curbing corruption and ensuring that public resources are effectively used for national development.
Dr Aliyu assured participants that the Commission remains open to meaningful collaboration aimed at reducing corruption and strengthening accountability across Nigeria’s education system.
