ICPC seeks lawmakers’ collaboration to tackle corruption

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has called for collaboration with the Sokoto State House of Assembly (SSHA) in the fight against corruption.

During a courtesy visit in Sokoto, Mr. Garba Tukur-Idris, the ICPC Resident Commissioner for Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states, emphasized the importance of legislative bodies in strengthening transparency and accountability in governance.

He stressed that corruption cannot thrive in a nation where all arms of government work together to fight it.

Tukur-Idris noted that the fight against corruption requires the collective effort of all sectors, emphasizing that no single government arm or agency can succeed alone.

He identified collaboration, partnership, and public education as key elements in effectively addressing corruption.

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The ICPC Commissioner outlined the commission’s role in enforcement, prevention, and public awareness, including receiving petitions, monitoring systems, and educating citizens.

Responding on behalf of the lawmakers, Deputy Speaker Alhaji Kabiru Ibrahim (APC-Kware) expressed appreciation for the visit, stating that it would strengthen the relationship between the ICPC and the SSHA.

He reiterated the Assembly’s readiness to collaborate with the commission and highlighted that the House has committees dedicated to public accounts, public complaints, and the judiciary, among others. Ibrahim assured that the House remains committed to transparency through its oversight functions and openness to public petitions.