President Bola Tinubu has stated that his administration has continued to fight corruption in the country, News About Nigeria reports.
He stated this while speaking at the 6th Annual General Assembly of the Network of Anti-Corruption Institutions in West Africa (NACIWA), themed ‘Strengthening Regional Cooperation in the Fight Against Corruption,’ held in Abuja, Nigeria, on Monday.
He noted that his administration is winning the war against corruption, adding that his government has worked diligently to ensure the independence and adequate funding of anti-corruption agencies, encouraging them to operate within the law.
Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, also stated that leaders in the West African region are responsible for confronting the challenge of corruption with unwavering resolve and concerted action.
The President also emphasised the importance of implementing the ECOWAS protocol against corruption, which aims to strengthen institutions for regional unity.
He urged member states to renew their commitment to the cause and move beyond rhetoric to concrete action.
“Corruption remains one of the most significant obstacles to the progress and prosperity of our nations. It undermines the fabric of our societies, erodes public trust, and impedes the equitable distribution of resources.
“As leaders, we are responsible for confronting this challenge with unwavering resolve and concerted actions.
“Over the past year, we have worked hard to strengthen all the anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria by not interfering in their activities and ensuring they are adequately funded. We have also encouraged them to operate within the law. This is a template I recommend to other states within the region.
“I am pleased to note the progress we have made in this endeavour. The constructive collaboration between NACIWA and ECOWAS has yielded tangible results, fostering greater cooperation and information sharing among our national anti-corruption agencies.
“However, we must not rest on our laurels. The evolving nature of corruption demands that we constantly innovate and adapt our strategies,” he stated.
