The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) have joined forces under a Commonwealth Africa Region Research Project to develop data-driven strategies for combating corruption.
The initiative, unveiled at a two-day training workshop in Abuja, aims to identify emerging corruption patterns, share best practices, and enhance regional cooperation among anti-corruption institutions across Commonwealth Africa.
This was contained in a statement signed by Demola Bakare, Director, Public Enlightenment and Education, and Spokesperson for the Commission, on Monday.
The initiative is being implemented under the auspices of the Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC), aimed at identifying corruption typologies, trends, and systemic vulnerabilities across Commonwealth African countries.
It also aims to enhance collaboration among anti-corruption agencies and promote evidence-based policymaking.
Speaking at the opening session, Musa Aliyu, Chairman of the Commission, represented by Shehu Yahaya, Director of Operations, underscored the critical role of research and inter-agency collaboration in understanding the evolving nature of corruption.
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“Corruption is not a singular act; it is a complex ecosystem of behaviours, incentives, and vulnerabilities. It manifests differently across institutions, sectors, and societies.
“Understanding these typologies is essential for designing targeted, effective, and sustainable anti-corruption strategies”, Aliyu stated.
He noted that the research project aligned with ICPC’s strategic mandate to investigate, prosecute, and prevent corrupt practices through research, education, and systemic reforms.
“The CAACC considers it necessary that major anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria and other Commonwealth African countries collaborate to conduct this study.
“The findings will inform policy, uncover patterns, reveal truths, and shape the future of governance in Nigeria and Africa at large”, Aliyu added.
He urged participants to maximise the benefits of the training by strengthening both their technical and ethical capacities, noting that the success of the initiative depends on commitment to integrity and analytical rigour.
