IAR HOLDS SENSITISATION WORKSHOP ON ANTI-CORRUPTION AND TRANSPARENCY FOR MANAGEMENT AND STAFF

IAR HOLDS SENSITISATION WORKSHOP ON ANTI-CORRUPTION AND TRANSPARENCY FOR MANAGEMENT AND STAFF

Training/Workshop
October 22, 2026

The Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, held a sensitisation workshop on Anti-Corruption and Transparency for the Institute’s management and staff.

Organised by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU), IAR, the workshop aimed to promote integrity, accountability, transparency and ethical conduct in the discharge of official responsibilities, while strengthening staff awareness of the principles of good governance in public institutions.

The workshop commenced with a welcome address by the Executive Director of IAR, Prof. Ado A. Yusuf, represented by the Deputy Director, Prof. Nafiu Abdu. He welcomed participants and encouraged them to pay close attention to the presentations and apply the lessons learned to improve their understanding of anti-corruption practices and ethical responsibilities in the workplace.

In his opening remarks, Prof. Nafiu Abdu, who also serves as Chairman of ACTU, IAR, emphasised the importance of sensitizing staff on transparency, accountability and integrity as essential principles of effective public service.

The Vice-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University, Prof. Adamu Ahmad, was represented at the workshop by Prof. Shamsudeen Dean Faculty of Social Sciences

The workshop featured presentations by resource persons on key issues relating to anti-corruption practices, academic integrity and ethical governance in public institutions.

Mrs. Nafisa Abubakar, Principal Superintendent, delivered a presentation titled “Overview of Standing Order for the Operation of ACTU in MDAs 2023.” Her presentation provided participants with an understanding of the guidelines governing the operations of Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units in Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

Mr. Saidu Mohammed, Chief Superintendent, presented a paper titled “Academic Integrity as an Anti-Corruption Imperative.” He highlighted the importance of honesty, fairness and professional ethics in academic activities, scientific research and institutional responsibilities.

Mr. Adamu Babajo, Director, Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), Kaduna, delivered a presentation titled “Promoting Ethical Governance, Integrity and Accountability in Nigerian Public Service.” His presentation emphasised ethical leadership, adherence to established standards of conduct and accountability as essential elements of effective public service delivery.

The presentations were followed by an interactive question-and-answer session, during which participants sought clarification and discussed practical issues relating to ethical responsibilities, transparency and anti-corruption practices in the workplace.

In her vote of thanks, Prof. Aisha Abdulkadir appreciated the management of IAR, the resource persons and participants for their contributions to the success of the workshop. She noted the importance of the presentations in strengthening awareness and promoting a culture of accountability and ethical conduct among staff.

Similarly, the Secretary of ACTU, IAR, Prof. A. A. Hassan, in his closing remarks, thanked the management, facilitators and participants for their active involvement. He encouraged staff to translate the knowledge gained into practice by upholding integrity, transparency and accountability in their daily official duties.

The workshop reaffirmed the Institute for Agricultural Research’s commitment to promoting ethical leadership, responsible conduct and institutional accountability. By strengthening staff awareness of anti-corruption principles, IAR continues to support a working environment where professionalism, transparency and integrity guide decision-making and service delivery.

Integrity in Action. Transparency in Service. Accountability in Leadership.