The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has urged President Bola Tinubu and other Nigerian leaders to shun corruption and embrace integrit

The spokeswoman for ICPC, Azuka Ogugua, said this at the ‘2023 Do The Right Thing Summit’ in Abuja on Thursday. 

At the two-day summit titled ‘Being the Right Leader’, Ms Ogugua said the future of any country depended on the type of leaders it has at all levels, from the federal, state and local government areas as well as in schools and offices.

According to the ICPC official, the right leader is necessary to bring about the actualisation of the dreams and aspirations of the masses.

“The commission wishes to use this opportunity to call on all leaders in the country to shun every act of corruption or compromise and embrace integrity and uprightness in all their activities. This will manifest as they follow the rules, give room to others to hold them accountable, and make their work transparent,” said Ms Ogugua.

The ICPC spokeswoman explained that the anti-graft agency was working with schools and youth groups to groom leaders who will always do the right thing.

Ms Ogugua said the ICPC would want to eradicate corruption and corrupt practices in Nigeria, encouraging civil society organisations working in the area of anti-corruption and good governance to register with the commission for effective collaboration.

The convener of the summit, Michael Nwadiora, urged Nigerians to work together for a just society irrespective of the diversity in the country.

Mr Nwadiora said, “We stand united in our commitment to catalyse positive change and pave the way for a future defined by equity, empathy, and empowerment.

“Our diversity is not merely a source of strength but a treasure trove of perspectives that can guide us toward innovative solutions to the most pressing issues of our time.

“The challenges we confront may seem daunting, but history has shown that when we stand together with unwavering determination, the seemingly impossible becomes achievable.”

The convener stressed that the summit was a testament to the commitment to creating a better future. He said it would allow future experts, thought leaders, and change-makers from various fields to engage in meaningful conversations and inspire change.

(NAN)