The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has cautioned officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Borno State to avoid corrupt practices, especially result manipulation and compromise of electoral procedures, as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections.  

The warning was issued by the ICPC Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner for Borno and Yobe states, Linus Gubbi, during a sensitisation workshop held in Maiduguri on Wednesday. 

The event aimed to promote integrity, accountability, and transparency among electoral officers.  

“Democracy is about free, fair and credible elections. The credibility of elections depends on the character and compliance culture of those entrusted with conducting them,” Gubbi stated. 

He emphasised ICPC’s mandate to prevent corruption, describing the workshop as essential for educating officials directly involved in elections on the need to uphold integrity and avoid all forms of corrupt practices. 

Gubbi listed key electoral offences to include result manipulation, abuse of office, collection of inducements, and failure to follow laid-down guidelines. He warned that such actions have serious repercussions. 

“Corruption in the electoral process... erodes public trust, fuels tensions, undermines peace and development, and also exposes individuals to sanctions,” he stressed. 

He commended INEC’s Borno office for its cooperation and called for stronger collaboration to ensure credible elections. 

The Head of Department, General Administration at INEC in Borno State, Sadiq Grema, expressed appreciation for the training, noting that it provided valuable insights.  

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