The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has recovered more than ₦446 billion and placed an additional ₦142 billion under interim forfeiture within the space of one month, according to a performance report released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA).
The report, which highlights recent achievements of key federal agencies in promoting accountability, noted that the anti-graft commission’s financial recoveries reflect intensified enforcement and asset tracing efforts across multiple sectors of government.
In addition to the financial recoveries, the ICPC secured three convictions during the same period, reinforcing its mandate to combat corruption and misuse of public funds through prosecution and judicial cooperation.
The Commission also conducted 77 sensitisation and public enlightenment workshops, reaching over 41,000 individuals across the country. These programmes, according to the report, were designed to strengthen ethical standards in the public service and educate citizens on the dangers of corruption.
Furthermore, the ICPC inaugurated eight new Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units (ACTUs) within Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), a move aimed at institutionalising preventive mechanisms against corruption and promoting internal compliance with transparency standards.
The National Orientation Agency commended the ICPC for its proactive approach to curbing corruption through both enforcement and preventive education, noting that such measures were essential to restoring public confidence in government institutions.
Analysts have described the commission’s performance as a significant step toward strengthening Nigeria’s anti-corruption framework, though they also stressed the need for consistent follow-up actions, transparent prosecution of major cases, and improved inter-agency coordination to sustain progress.
The ICPC has reiterated its commitment to deepening reforms, expanding public awareness, and ensuring that recovered assets are fully accounted for and channelled toward national development priorities.
