The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has announced plans to host a policy dialogue on corruption, social norms and behavioural change.
ICPC said the one day event which would be coming up on Tuesday, 15th August, 2023, is in collaboration with the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria, ACAN, and with the support of MacArthur Foundation.
The Commission in a statement issued by its Spokesperson, Azuka Ogugua and made available to Crux News on Friday, revealed that the event is aimed at addressing negative social norms bedeviling the country while provoking behavioural change in citizens.
“The policy dialogue is a platform to explore innovative strategies, exchange ideas and develop actionable recommendations that will contribute to addressing the challenges and opportunities associated with the theme.
“Attendance to the event is strictly by invitation, as all stakeholders are encouraged to join virtually with the login details provided on the banner or watch the livestream on Facebook @icpcnigeria.”
Nigeria’s Vice-President, Dr. Kashim Shettima, GCON, is the special guest of honour at the policy dialogue, while Prof. Toyin Falola of the Department of History at the University of Texas, Austin, United States, is the keynote speaker.
Other speakers include: Prof. Etannibi Alemika; Naziru Mikailu Abubakar; Rev. Fr. George Ehusani; Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, and Prof. Isaac Nnamdi.
