ICPC recovers N52bn, $966,900.83, intercepts N5.9bn diverted by MDAs

The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), said on Tuesday the commission has recovered over N52 billion and $966,900.83 in the last one year.

Aliyu disclosed this at an event to mark his one year in office as ICPC chairman.

He said the commission also intercepted N5.882 billion diverted in 323 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) during the period.

He attributed the commission’s achievement to the steadfast commitment to the rule of law, adaptation to evolving trends and equipping its workforce with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) capacity in the fight against corruption.

The chairman said: “The current administration’s anti-corruption agenda and my own policy thrust encapsulated in the acronym ‘CARE’ for impact, have further motivated the Commission to enhance its tools, approaches, and engagements.

“I am therefore bold and proud to reflect on the modest progress we have made and the challenges we have overcome so far.

“These accomplishments include notable asset recoveries, enforcement actions, and initiatives promoting transparency and good governance.

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“For instance, through its Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking Initiative (CEPTI), the Commission continues to ensure accountability in government funds and delivery of tangible benefits of democracy to citizens across Nigeria.”

Aliyu revealed that the sum of ₦29.70 billion cash recovered by the commission was presently domiciled in its recovery accounts.

“The sum of ₦10.98 billion in Value Added Tax (VAT) was recovered and remitted to Federal Inland Revenue Services (FIRS) while N10 billion COVID-19 vaccine fund meant for production of vaccine was remitted to the treasury.

“The commission also recovered value of assets to the tune of N2.5 billion through various courts’ order of final forfeiture.

“As part of its commitment to institutional accountability, the Commission assessed 323 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) through its Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS).

“It also established 80 Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units (ACTUs) across MDAs to reinforce its anti-corruption efforts,” he stated.

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