The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has earned recognition from a coalition of civil society organisations for its performance in public accountability, transparency and service delivery.

The coalition identified the commission and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) among notable performers in an assessment of selected Federal Government ministries, departments and agencies.

The assessment featured at a civil society roundtable in Lagos and examined institutional efficiency, accountability, transparency and contributions to public service delivery.

A report published on October 24, 2026, acknowledged the ICPC’s role in protecting public resources, strengthening safeguards against corruption and promoting integrity across the public service.

The recognition comes as the commission, under its chairman, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, continues efforts to improve its investigative, preventive and enforcement functions.

Beyond investigating corruption allegations, the ICPC has pursued measures to address institutional weaknesses, improve compliance and reduce opportunities for the abuse of public office.

The assessment also drew attention to the commission’s oversight role in public procurement, where weak controls and corrupt practices can expose government funds to significant losses.

It noted the broader importance of promoting ethical conduct and accountability through cooperation among regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies and civil society groups.

Under Aliyu’s leadership, the commission has continued to combine law enforcement with preventive measures and public enlightenment. The approach recognises that lasting progress against corruption requires more than prosecution.

The latest recognition follows the ICPC’s performance in the 2026 Transparency and Integrity Index conducted by the Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity.

The commission scored 80.13 per cent in the index, compared with 78.13 per cent in 2025.

The two assessments offer separate perspectives on the commission’s transparency, accountability and institutional performance.

The Lagos roundtable also stressed the need to assess public institutions based on measurable results rather than policy announcements and routine activities.

For the ICPC, the recognition presents an opportunity to build on existing reforms, strengthen investigations and improve preventive interventions.

It also highlights the need for anti-corruption agencies to maintain professionalism, fairness, transparency and respect for due process.