The Namibian Government has reached out to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of Nigeria for training opportunities and expertise-sharing with the Namibian Anti-corruption Commission.
This collaboration was highlighted on Friday during a visit by Namibia’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Humphrey Geiseb, to the ICPC’s headquarters. Ambassador Geiseb emphasized Nigeria’s esteemed position in Africa’s anti-corruption fight and the importance of sharing this expertise across the continent.
He revealed that Namibia, through its Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), is keen to learn from Nigeria’s success stories, particularly in the recovery of stolen assets by the ICPC and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). “The fight against corruption is evolving on the continent, and we believe Nigeria should lead in sharing its expertise,” said the Ambassador. “It’s crucial for Namibia to learn within the continent rather than seeking external assistance.”
In response, ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, expressed gratitude for the Ambassador’s visit during the launch of ICPC’s Strategic Action Plan 2024-2028. He reiterated that combating corruption on the continent requires a collective effort. He assured that the ICPC is ready to partner with other African anti-corruption bodies and mentioned the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN) as a key resource for training Namibian personnel.
Dr. Aliyu stressed the importance of continental unity against corruption networks, aiming to disrupt their methods and promote good governance and foreign investment. He reiterated the ICPC’s open-door policy for any assistance needed by Namibia’s Anti-corruption Commission and highlighted the mutual learning opportunities from such collaborations.
