By Wale Odunsi President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday called for the establishment of an International Anti-Corruption Court to try ...
By Wale Odunsi
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday called for the
establishment of an International Anti-Corruption Court to try offenders.
Buhari urged African leaders to intensify the fight against
corruption, and create more disincentives for pilfering of public funds.
In his remarks on the African Day of Anti-Corruption, he
said efforts must be intensified to prosecute offenders and get back resources
stored in other countries.
“Corruption is evil and all efforts at tackling it are
desirable. I have monitored the fight against corruption in Africa and I can
see both successes and drawbacks.
“The battle must continue for the sake of the continent and
its people no matter the difficulties.
‘In Nigeria, the fight against corruption has been vigorous
since 2015. A lot has been achieved in the areas of arrest, prosecution,
conviction, asset recovery and anti-corruption laws.”
The President noted that more work on many fronts is
required, advising civil and public servants to be ethical and professional at
all times.
He said the private sector must contribute to curbing
corruption, while the international community needs to close safe havens.
“The judiciary requires more impetus. Perhaps, an
International Anti-corruption Criminal Court is needed.”
Buhari also wants family, schools and religions to do more
to discourage corruption for a better society.
The Nigerian leader said for the continent to realize its
full potential, “we must get rid of corruption in Africa”.
Buhari added that as his tenure ends next year, he is proud
to leave behind a legacy of fighting corruption among others.
“I abhor corruption and I will render my best in or out of
office to get rid of corruption. I urge our youths to join me in this noble
cause”, he said.
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