By Miriam Humbe
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has praised members of the Commission’s armed squad for their outstanding performance during a recent evaluation exercise.
Demola Bakare, the ICPC’s
Director of Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday.
The exercise included shooting, marksmanship, tactical drills, and a stripping demonstration.
The performance evaluation took place at the 177 Battalion Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army base in Keffi, Nasarawa State, on Saturday.
Dr. Aliyu applauded the squad for their discipline, precision, and professionalism displayed during the rigorous training sessions.
He emphasized that their high-level performance demonstrated their readiness to combat corruption and protect ICPC officers while carrying out their official duties.
Aliyu said: “The armed squad has shown remarkable improvement and a commitment to excellence in handling arms and ammunition.
“This reflects their dedication to duty and preparedness to confront any security challenges they may encounter”.
The Chairman underscored the importance of the exercise in boosting the squad’s confidence and effectiveness in high-risk operations.
He highlighted the synergy between the ICPC and the Nigerian Army, expressing gratitude for the military’s support in training the Commission’s armed personnel.
Dr. Aliyu said that such partnerships were crucial for strengthening Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts.
He said: “By collaborating with the Nigerian Army, we are ensuring that our armed squad receives world-class training to meet the challenges of combating corruption.
“This collaboration is essential in building a secure and corruption-free society”.
He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to providing the armed squad with adequate resources and continuous training while urging them to remain steadfast in fulfilling their duties with integrity and diligence.
Lieutenant Colonel Abi Enuwa, the Commanding Officer of the 177 Guards Battalion Brigade, represented by Major M.A. Sani, commended the ICPC for its dedication to combating corruption in Nigeria.
He praised the Commission for organising the training programme for the armed squad, which aims to enhance their operational capacity and instill discipline in the fight against corruption.
Lt. Col. Enuwa acknowledged that the ICPC’s initiatives were crucial for ensuring accountability and integrity in governance, aligning with the military’s national security objectives.
He emphasised the importance of such training in equipping personnel with the skills necessary to confront corruption effectively.
He therefore, urged the trainees to apply the knowledge and strategies gained during the programme to contribute meaningfully to the ICPC’s mission and the broader goal of achieving a corruption-free society.
The event concluded with a live demonstration of tactical drills and shooting accuracy by the armed squad, the ICPC Chairman and other senior ICPC officials present at the event.
The training and evaluation focused on marksmanship, tactical drills, the stripping and maintenance of different firearms, and operational readiness, all aimed at enhancing the squad’s capabilities.
