ICPC partners BudgIT to curb corruption in Public Service

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strategic partnerships in the fight against corruption.

ICPC lauded the BudgIT Foundation for its role in promoting transparency and accountability in public service.

The commendation was made at BudgIT’s newly-developed Project Tracking Policy Manual’s official presentation to the ICPC at its Headquarters in Abuja.

Demola Bakare, the Spokesman of ICPC, said in a statement that the Chairman of the Commission, represented by the Director of the System Study and Review Department, Olusegun Adigun, described the manual as a significant contribution to tracking and monitoring government projects across the country.

“This is a commendable step that aligns with the Commission’s core mandate of promoting transparency in government spending. We are committed to deepening our partnership with BudgIT and collaborating on all fronts to advance the fight against corruption through systemic reforms and citizen engagement”, he stated.

Mr Adigun urged stakeholders across sectors to join hands in delivering a more accountable governance structure.

Vahyala Kwaga, Group Head of Research and Policy Advisory of BudgIT Foundation, expressed appreciation for the continued support of the ICPC.

While highlighting the importance of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two institutions, Mr Kwaga described the MoU as a catalyst for impactful joint initiatives.

“The Project Tracking Policy Manual is a practical tool that supports the anti-corruption agenda by promoting evidence-based policymaking and budget accountability. It is the outcome of rigorous research by seasoned experts and is designed to provide actionable insights for both public institutions and civil society,” he stressed.

Mr Kwaga explained that the manual will serve as a framework for institutional transparency, offering data visualization tools and reports that expose budget inefficiencies.

It also aims to empower communities, enhance stakeholder participation, and enable the development of performance scorecards for lawmakers based on project delivery in their constituencies.

Samuel Adeyinka reported that the ICPC and BudgIT Foundation pledged to continue working together to strengthen transparency and promote good governance across all levels of government.

Editing by Adeniyi Bakare and Tony Okerafor