The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has revealed that it monitored projects worth over N21.23 trillion under the Federal Ministry of Works as part of efforts to curb corruption and improve accountability in public spending.
Chairman of the commission, Musa Aliyu, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a joint workshop organised with the Nigerian Union of Journalists. The event, themed “Reinvigorating the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2022–2026): A Post-Assessment Roadmap for the Fourth Estate,” focused on strengthening transparency and media collaboration.
Aliyu explained that the commission has prioritised prevention by closely monitoring government spending through its Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking Initiative. According to him, the ICPC recently tracked about 950 projects across 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory, valued at approximately N415.25 billion.
He noted that the exercise exposed several abandoned and poorly executed projects, forcing contractors back to site and improving accountability in service delivery. He added that such tracking mechanisms are designed to ensure value for money and prevent corrupt practices before they occur.
“In addition to these efforts, projects under the Federal Ministry of Works valued at over N21.23 trillion were also tracked, reflecting the scale of our oversight responsibilities,” Aliyu said.
The ICPC chairman also highlighted the crucial role of the media in the anti-corruption fight, describing journalists as key partners in promoting transparency. He urged media professionals to strengthen investigative reporting and uphold responsible journalism to support ongoing reforms.
Aliyu further explained that the workshop was aimed at deepening collaboration between the commission and the media, while generating actionable ideas for the next phase of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2022–2026).
The engagement forms part of ICPC’s broader efforts to reinforce the role of journalists in raising public awareness and ensuring accountability in governance.
