Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu
23 Dec
The statement attributed to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), that its personnel encounter security risks in their bid to probe high-profile corruption cases is unexpected and constitutes a slap on the government’s much-touted commitment to fight corruption.
3 Dec
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has fortified its armed squad through specialised training to enhance its confidence and operational effectiveness.
2 Oct
From the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu came a revelation that over N13 billion in public funds were diverted in September 2024 alone. Aliyu, who made this revelation on Wednesday in Abuja at the launch of the commission's 2024-2028 Strategic Action Plan (SAP), said…
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