The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has revealed that it monitored road and bridge projects worth over ₦21.23 trillion under the Federal Ministry of Works as part of efforts to curb corruption and ensure accountability in public spending.
ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a workshop organised in collaboration with the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ). The event, themed “Reinvigorating the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2022–2026): A Post-Assessment Roadmap for the Fourth Estate,” focused on strengthening the role of the media in the anti-corruption drive.
Aliyu explained that the commission has continued to prioritise preventive measures, particularly through its Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking Initiative, which monitors the implementation of publicly funded projects.
According to him, recent phases of the initiative covered about 950 projects across 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory, with a combined value of approximately ₦415.25 billion.
He noted that the monitoring exercise has helped uncover abandoned and poorly executed projects, compelled contractors to return to sites, and improved accountability in public service delivery.
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The ICPC chairman described project tracking as a proactive strategy aimed at ensuring value for money and preventing corrupt practices before they occur.
He further emphasised the scale of the commission’s oversight responsibilities, pointing to the monitoring of infrastructure projects under the Federal Ministry of Works valued at over ₦21.23 trillion.
Aliyu also highlighted the importance of collaboration between anti-corruption agencies and the media, describing journalists as key stakeholders in promoting transparency and accountability.
He urged media practitioners to strengthen investigative reporting and uphold responsible journalism in support of the fight against corruption.
“The media remains a vital tool in the anti-corruption effort. Journalists are not just observers but watchdogs and drivers of reform,” he said.
The ICPC boss added that the engagement was aimed at fostering ideas, deepening collaboration, and generating practical contributions toward the next phase of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy.
The workshop forms part of the commission’s ongoing efforts to work closely with the media in implementing the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (2022–2026), with a focus on enhancing public awareness, transparency, and accountability.
