The Federal College of Agriculture, Moor Plantation, Ibadan, has inaugurated and inducted members of its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU), with a renewed call for accountability and ethical conduct in public institutions.
The ceremony, held at the College, drew representatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), management staff, deans, heads of departments, and other stakeholders.
The ICPC delegation, led by Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Barr. Chile Ogwuegbu, who represented the Commission’s Chairman, commended the institution for its proactive stance in strengthening internal mechanisms against corruption.
Okpeze urged staff and students to uphold transparency, integrity, and accountability in all dealings.
Ogwuegbu lauded the College for its commitment to anti-corruption ideals, noting that FCA Ibadan distinguished itself by promoting ethical standards and institutional discipline. He also commended the Provost for establishing the ACTU, describing it as a critical step towards entrenching good governance within the College.
Representing the Provost, Prof. Jonathan Atungwu, the Deputy Provost (Academics), Dr Victoria Okpeze, described corruption as a major threat to institutional growth and national development.
In a presentation, the ACTU Desk Officer for the College, Prince Adegboyega Akinleye, highlighted the role of ACTUs as internal compliance and ethics units in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
He explained that the units operate under the ICPC Act 2000 and relevant government circulars, adding that over 600 ACTUs have been established nationwide to promote accountability and prevent corrupt practices.
The event featured an interactive session, during which participants engaged officials on strategies for strengthening institutional ethics and preventing corruption.
One of the highlights of the ceremony was the constitution and formal inauguration of the ACTU committee for the College, with Engr. Dr Ayoade Atere appointed as chairman, alongside other members.
The oath of office was administered by ICPC Legal Officer, Barr. Biola Sanusi, formally ushering the committee into service.
In his acceptance speech, Atere described the appointment as a call to duty, pledging that the committee would work collaboratively with stakeholders to promote integrity, accountability, and strict adherence to ethical standards within the institution.
