Digital Innovation Key to Fighting Corruption, Says ICPC Chairman
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has called for the adoption of innovative and technology-driven strategies to strengthen transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s public institutions.
Speaking at the recently concluded 3-Day National Anti-Corruption Conference (TAC’25) organized by the House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption, Dr. Aliyu emphasized the crucial role of digital transformation in combating corruption and improving governance outcomes.
The conference, themed “Fostering Collaboration in Enhancing Transparency Within MDAs,” brought together key stakeholders from government ministries, civil society, and the private sector.
“Technology can be a game-changer in promoting transparency,” Dr. Aliyu stated. “Digital platforms reduce human discretion, enhance access to information, and promote efficient service delivery.
These are key to curbing corruption and ensuring that public resources are used effectively.”
He pointed out that ICPC’s investments in technology have already yielded significant results, citing the Commission’s success in recovering over ₦4 billion in public funds within 24 hours using advanced data tracking tools.
Dr. Aliyu also highlighted other strategic initiatives, such as the Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) and the activation of Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units (ACTUs) in government agencies.
In his address, the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Dr. Mainasara Umar Kogo, reinforced the importance of transparency as a foundation for accountability.
He advocated for a governance culture rooted in integrity, supported by technology, comprehensive training, and consistent enforcement of anti-corruption laws.
The conference underscored the need for collective action, with Dr. Aliyu urging ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), alongside citizens and civil society groups, to adopt proactive measures and embrace a culture of openness.
“The fight against corruption is not the responsibility of a single agency. It requires the active involvement of every Nigerian from policymakers to ordinary citizens,” he concluded.
The ICPC Chairman reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to its 2024–2028 Strategic Action Plan, which focuses on institutional reforms, public education, and the use of modern technology to prevent and prosecute corrupt practices.
