The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) said that corruption has dealt with the country’s economic and social system.
The agency urged Nigerians to fight against the ongoing corrupt practices in the country.
On Thursday, the ICPC’s Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Mrs Ekere Usiere, stated this in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State to honour the Anti-Corruption Day organised by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).
She said, “There is no gainsaying that the scourge of corruption has brought Nigeria to its knees, from economic underdevelopment to socio-political decadence. If we don’t kill corruption, corruption will definitely kill Nigeria.”
“Citizens need to overcome cultural, psychological, and systemic challenges to blow the whistle against corruption. If you see something, you must say something. If you hear something, you must say something.”
The Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omotsola Ogbe promised to prevent corruption within the institution while stating that there should be a public awareness to prevent further effects especially for the upcoming youths.
He said, “Today, we are marking and celebrating International Anti-Corruption Day, focusing on raising the consciousness of our youth about the ills of corruption and its impact on socio-economic development. This is to send a strong message for extra vigilance in combating this menace.”