End-of-Year Activities: FRC Chairman Muruako Applauds ICPC’s Accountability Milestones, Pledges Expanded Collaboration

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The Chairman of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission, Victor Muruako, Esq., has lauded the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission for what he described as its unwavering commitment to accountability and the fight against corruption in Nigeria. He delivered the commendation in Abuja during the ICPC’s 2025 End-of-Year Activities, an event he noted was both timely and symbolic as the nation reflects on the challenges confronted and milestones achieved over the course of the year.

Speaking on behalf of the management and staff of the FRC, Muruako extended warm felicitations to the ICPC, describing the gathering as a significant moment to acknowledge institutional resilience and collective progress in the anti-corruption campaign. He praised the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, and his team for sustaining the Commission’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s foremost anti-graft agencies, noting that its consistency has strengthened public confidence in the integrity of state institutions.

A major highlight of his remarks was the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the FRC and the ICPC, which he described as a decisive step toward deepening inter-agency collaboration. According to Muruako, the partnership represents a shared resolve to confront corruption more effectively across all tiers of government by aligning strategies, sharing expertise, and reinforcing institutional synergies.

He explained that in recent months, both agencies have intensified joint efforts aimed particularly at the local government level, where accountability challenges often have direct and immediate impacts on citizens. These collaborative initiatives, he said, are focused on improving budget preparation processes, ensuring prudent management of public funds, and advancing the modernization of tax, financial, and asset administration systems. Muruako stressed that where corrupt practices are identified, the law must be allowed to take its full course as a necessary deterrent to future misconduct.

The FRC Chairman also disclosed that the Commission is in the final stages of developing its revised Five-Year Strategic Plan. He noted that the new plan expands areas of collaboration with the ICPC, reinforcing a shared commitment to strengthening the delivery of their respective mandates and entrenching fiscal discipline and transparency in public governance.

Reflecting on the year’s achievements, Muruako expressed appreciation for the successes recorded in 2025 and commended the ICPC for maintaining what he described as an unblemished institutional record, free from allegations of compromise. He encouraged the Commission’s staff to remain steadfast in their anti-corruption mission, assuring them that their sacrifices and dedication in service to the nation are both recognized and deeply valued.

Beyond institutional matters, Muruako addressed broader national concerns, urging Nigerians considering relocating abroad to reconsider their decisions. He expressed optimism in the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that Nigeria is steadily evolving into a country where citizens can choose to remain, contribute, and thrive.

Reaffirming the FRC’s unwavering support for the ICPC, Muruako concluded by expressing confidence that the coming year would yield even greater achievements, driven by strengthened partnerships, sustained integrity, and a collective resolve to advance accountability and good governance in Nigeria.

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