The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, convened a critical meeting today, Wednesday at the Commission headquarters in Abuja with a reporter from a news outlet to verify details and move beyond speculation.
During the meeting, they discussed the outlet’s December 30th report on alleged corrupt practices in rapid degree issuance at a Cotonou University, aiming to deepen the investigation and initiate relevant actions.
Mrs. Azuka Ogugua, the ICPC spokesperson disclosed this development in statement seen by newsheadline247.
According to her, the investigation into Ecole Superieure de Gestion et de Technologies (ESGT) in Cotonou reveals a concerning situation where degrees are allegedly awarded in as little as six weeks, bypassing standard academic procedures like application, registration, coursework, and examinations.
Responding to these critical allegations, the ICPC is embarking on a thorough investigation.
“This probe will rigorously examine the networks and individuals engaged in these malpractices, with the objective of restoring and preserving the integrity of our educational system,” the statement said.
Mrs Ogugua stated further that the Commission will engage in a synergistic collaboration with relevant domestic and international bodies to jointly evaluate the legitimacy of academic qualifications procured from overseas institutions, especially those highlighted in the investigative report.
The ICPC calls upon all stakeholders in the educational and governmental sectors to join hands in this critical endeavor. Together, we can work towards a future where the credibility of our educational qualifications is unimpeachable, and where corruption finds no refuge.
