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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced the seventh phase of its Constituency and Executive Project Tracking Exercise.
By Chimezie Godfrey
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced the seventh phase of its Constituency and Executive Project Tracking Exercise. This phase aims to track 1,500 projects with a cumulative value of N610 billion across 22 states, spanning Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
The exercise, which began on Monday, November 18, 2024, is part of ICPC’s commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in the execution of government projects. Since its inception in 2019, the tracking initiative has focused on monitoring how funds allocated to critical sectors, such as education, health, agriculture, water resources, and power, are utilized.
Speaking about the exercise, Demola Bakare, fsi, Ag. Director of Public Enlightenment and Education and Spokesperson for the Commission, said: “This initiative aims to deepen adherence to due process in project execution, improve value for money, and entrench a culture of compliance with the scope and specifications contained in contract documents. By tracking these projects, the ICPC is ensuring that government funds are used for their intended purposes to benefit citizens.”
The 22 states involved in this phase include Kwara, Niger, Kogi, FCT, Kebbi, Kano, Kaduna, Jigawa, Bauchi, Gombe, Borno, Lagos, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Cross River, Delta, Imo, Abia, and Enugu. The exercise will cover projects implemented by various government agencies, including the North-East Development Commission (NEDC), Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA), Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Rural Electrification Agency (REA), National Primary Health Care Development Authority (NPHCDA), Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), and the Ecological Fund Office.
Highlighting the success of previous phases, Bakare stated: “In the sixth phase, the ICPC tracked 1,900 projects worth N500 billion across 24 states. These projects, implemented in sectors such as education, water resources, agriculture, power, health, energy, and roads, were awarded to 1,355 contractors across 176 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies. The outcomes demonstrated significant progress in project delivery and accountability.”
By continuing this exercise, the ICPC reiterates its dedication to ensuring transparency in public expenditure and fostering trust in governance.
