The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, says the commission recovered over ₦20 billion and other assets from corrupt individuals in 2024.
Aliyu disclosed this on Monday in Ilorin during an interview with newsmen on the sidelines of a Conference of State Attorneys-General from the North-Central Zone.
The conference, themed “Strengthening Subnational Synergies for Corruption Prevention: Advancing the National Anti-Corruption Strategy in Nigeria’s North Central Region,” highlighted the growing need for collaboration at subnational levels.
Aliyu noted that corruption is not limited to the federal level but is also prevalent in states. He stressed that “prevention is more strategic, less costly, and would help retain the country’s assets and resources.”
“If we allow corruption to happen, it becomes very difficult to cure, especially the litigation processes.
“We all know that the judicial process in Nigeria is too slow, because of many cases on the table and that is why we should prevent corruption.
“But if it eventually happens, we will now go for enforcement, which is the investigation and probably prosecution,” he stated.
He added that the ICPC is working to ensure that assets recovered, especially those taken outside the continent, are safeguarded and not re-looted.
“One of the strategies identified as a necessary tool for success in our shared pursuit of justice is the continuity and reassessment of our efforts in the fight against corruption, as criminal trends evolve and national events unfold.”
This discussion is essential, especially as the country is undergoing significant judicial reforms and rapid legislative enhancements,” Aliyu said.
He reaffirmed that the commission remains resolute in its anti-corruption drive.
