Why I Will Not Interfere In Anti-Corruption Agencies’ Operations — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu emphasized on Monday that since taking office, he has made a conscious effort to combat corruption by ensuring adequate funding for anti-corruption agencies and refraining from interfering in their operations.

Describing corruption as a major barrier to the nation’s progress, Tinubu stressed the need for collective action to tackle the issue.

The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, made these remarks during the 6th Annual General Assembly of the Network of Anti-corruption Institutions in West Africa, held in Abuja.

“Corruption remains one of the most significant obstacles to the progress and prosperity of our nations.

“It undermines the very fabric of our societies, erodes public trust, and impedes equitable distribution of resources. As leaders, we are all responsible for confronting this challenge head-on with unwavering resolve and concerted actions.

“We have worked hard over the past year to strengthen all the anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria by not interfering in their activities and ensuring that they are equitably funded,” Tinubu stated.

As the Chairman of the Authority of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Tinubu urged member states to align their legal frameworks, enhance the autonomy and capabilities of anti-corruption institutions, and take other necessary steps to fight corruption effectively.

Tinubu said, “Let us move beyond rhetoric and focus on concrete actions that will harmonise our legal frameworks to close loopholes exploited by corrupt individuals. Enhance cross-border cooperation in investigations and asset recovery. Invest in innovative technologies to detect and prevent corrupt practices.

“Promote transparency in public procurement and resource management. Engage civil society and the media as partners in our anti-corruption efforts. And sixth, strengthen the independence and capacity of our national anti-corruption institutions.”