INEC, ICPC Train Staff on Corruption-Free Elections Ahead of 2027 Polls

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has commenced a two-day anti-corruption education and sensitisation workshop for electoral officials ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The workshop, themed “Corruption-Free Election: Integrity Matters (C-FEIM),” is aimed at strengthening integrity, promoting transparency and enhancing the capacity of INEC staff to deliver credible elections.

Declaring the workshop open, INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, represented by National Commissioner, May Agbamuche-Mbu, described the training as timely, noting that elections remain the foundation of democracy and must be conducted with the highest standards of integrity.

She said the workshop would equip participants with best practices and practical recommendations to promote transparency and accountability throughout the electoral process.

Agbamuche-Mbu commended the ICPC for facilitating the programme and encouraged participants to actively engage in the sessions and apply the knowledge gained in future electoral assignments.

Speaking at the event, ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu, represented by the Director of Legal Services, Henry Emore, said corruption remains a major obstacle to national development and credible elections.

He noted that promoting integrity in the electoral process would help reduce electoral malpractice, minimise post-election disputes and strengthen public confidence in Nigeria’s democratic institutions.