Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential aspirant, Atiku Abubakar, has called on the Federal Government to provide urgent clarification regarding the whereabouts and well-being of the former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement shared via his official X handle, Atiku questioned which security agency is currently holding the […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned one Obasi Nicholas Sunday before the Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, over alleged offences bordering on money laundering. A statement by the commission’s spokesperson, J.Okor Odey, Monday, stated that the defendant was arraigned on Thursday before Honourable Justice H. I. […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has begun tracking 72 projects worth N16.3 billion across Kogi three senatorial districts. The ICPC Assistant Commissioner Mr Wale David, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lokoja. According to him, the team aims to ensure projects […]
Usman Austin, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to formally charge former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai in court or release him immediately. In a statement released on Saturday, Austin voiced deep concern over the continued detention of El-Rufai and […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has officially arraigned Mrs. Adiobome Blessing Lere-Adams, a Director within the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, on a six-count charge involving alleged money laundering and corruption. Appearing before Justice M.S. Liman at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, February 16, 2026, the […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has charged Blessing Lere-Adams, a Director in the Federal Ministry of Works, with money laundering and corruption. On Monday, Lere-Adams was brought before the Federal High Court in Abuja on six charges under the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act of 2022, the Penal Code (Northern […]
Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, has called for a recalibration of anti-corruption frameworks at state and local government levels to close governance loopholes exploited through weak oversight structures. Speaking at the thematic session titled “Building Anti-Corruption Frameworks for Sub-national Governance” during the 11th Session […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of one Hassan Abdullahi, a Superintendent of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), for offences bordering on certificate forgery and corrupt advantage. Delivering judgement on the matter, Honourable Justice E. Okpe of the Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Federal Ministry of Works have commenced a nationwide Special Tracking Exercise, to ensure transparency and value in public infrastructure spending. ICPC Spokesperson, Akor Odey, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. According to him, the initiative targets the physical verification and […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has reinforced its commitment to strengthening integrity at the grassroots level during a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development. Speaking during the visit, the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Mr Alexander Chukwurah, explained that the Commission strategically […]
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has commended the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for its strong leadership in asset recovery and the fight against corruption in Nigeria. The commendation was delivered by the UNODC Country Representative, Mr. Cheikh Toure, during a courtesy visit to the ICPC headquarters […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has been commended by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) for its partnership, just as it called on stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to building a corruption-free society where leaders prioritize the well-being of citizens and the nation. The Chairman of the ICPC, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu […]
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the permanent forfeiture of $49,700 recovered from Dr Nura Ali, former resident electoral commissioner (REC) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Sokoto State during the 2023 general election. Delivering judgment on Wednesday, Justice Emeka Nwite granted the application filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Wednesday, announced it has achieved a major milestone in its asset disposal operations, realizing a total of ₦1,868,969,400.00 from the auction of 23 forfeited assets in 2024, said to be the highest amount recorded since the Commission’s establishment. This achievement was announced during the 2025 […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), in partnership with Master Agent Show, has launched the Basic Education Anti-Corruption Debate (BEAD), a thematic, education-driven initiative aimed at instilling integrity, transparency, and accountability in young Nigerians. The initiative was formally unveiled at a press briefing held on Thursday at the ICPC Headquarters in […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has expressed readiness to strengthen collaboration with the Nigeria National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) as part of its inclusive approach to fighting corruption and safeguarding citizens’ rights to access services. The Chairman of ICPC, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, represented by the Commission’s Spokesperson, […]
A Bauchi State High Court has dismissed an application for an order of perpetual injunction that will restrain the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) from taking any action relating to the financial activities (in the name of security votes) of the Office of the Secretary to the Bauchi State Government. In […]
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has called on State Commissioners of Information and media leaders across the country to support the institutionalization of anti-corruption compliance systems at state and local government levels. Dr. Aliyu made this call in Abuja on Wednesday during […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), formalizing a strategic partnership to curb pension fraud and protect the entitlements of Nigerian retirees. Speaking at the signing ceremony, ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, lamented the hardships pensioners have […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has committed to deepening its collaboration with Nigeria’s disability community to combat corruption, tackle discrimination, and promote equal opportunities. At a strategic partnership meeting in Abuja with the Pioneers Ad Hoc Consortium of Nigeria’s Disability Civil Rights Movement, ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, represented […]