The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have joined forces to enhance the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) operational effectiveness through a sensitisation programme for management staff.
The event, held in Abuja recently aimed to strengthen internal controls and instil a culture of integrity across all levels of the organisation.
The programme featured paper presentations, including “Understanding the ACTU Standing Order 2023” and “Preventive Strategies in Combating Corruption in Public Institutions.”
Speakers emphasized the need for a proactive approach to institutional reforms and preventive measures against misconduct.
The Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs, Greg Itotoh, representing the Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi, noted that fighting corruption within the Service is not a new undertaking and that the sensitisation session was part of sustained efforts to strengthen internal controls and instil a culture of integrity.
The ICPC Chairman, Musa Aliyu, represented by Olusegun Adigun, commended the leadership of Customs for prioritising integrity and making the programme a reality.
He stressed that corruption remains one of the greatest impediments to national development and urged Customs officers to remain steadfast in fostering ethical practices.
The Comptroller in charge of the Customs Intelligence Unit, Emmanuel Oshoba, reiterated the Service’s determination to deepen its collaboration with ICPC, stressing that transparency and accountability remain core to its modernisation agenda.
He expressed gratitude to the ACTU for initiating and championing the programme, noting that their efforts towards promoting accountability and good governance did not go unnoticed.
The programme marked a significant step towards promoting accountability and good governance in the NCS, with both organisations pledging to continue their collaboration in the fight against corruption.
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