Abuja: The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability in the discharge of its mandate. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, emphasized this stance during a sensitisation workshop organised by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of the commission.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr. Celestine Toruka, the Director of Media and Public Relations of NCPC, stated on Thursday that the workshop was held in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Represented by the Director of Administration, Mr. Abu Okpanachi, the NCPC leader expressed gratitude to the ICPC team for their ongoing support and dedication to promoting integrity within public institutions.
He highlighted that the workshop served as an opportunity for staff to enhance their understanding of ethical conduct and their individual roles in preventing corruption. He affirmed that the commission remains dedicated to strengthening its systems and practices in accordance with the principles of transparency, accountability, and responsible service delivery.
‘We are on the right path towards building a culture of integrity and ethical conduct,’ Bishop Adegbite stated. He further emphasized that achieving a corruption-free institution requires the collective commitment of every staff member. He assured the ICPC team of the commission’s readiness to collaborate and adopt initiatives aimed at preventing corruption and bolstering institutional accountability.
In his remarks, the Chairman of ICPC, Mr. Musa Aliyu, praised the ACTU of NCPC for its dedication to promoting transparency and accountability. Represented by the Director of the System Studies and Review Department, Mr. Olusegun Adigun, he acknowledged the efforts of the ACTU in advancing anti-corruption initiatives within the commission and encouraged staff to maintain the momentum.
The workshop featured two paper presentations designed to equip participants with practical knowledge for promoting ethical conduct in the workplace. The first paper, titled ‘Building a Culture of Integrity: Everybody’s Role in Preventing Corruption,’ described the fight against corruption as a collective responsibility. The second paper, ‘Recognising and Resisting Corruption Risks in the Workplace,’ focused on helping participants identify potential corruption risks and develop the confidence to resist unethical practices.