RMAFC Inaugurates Anti-Corruption Unit
By Patience Ikpeme
The Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has officially inaugurated and inducted its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja.
This development marks a significant step in RMAFC’s drive towards greater transparency and accountability.
Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, Chairman of RMAFC, whose message was conveyed by Hon. Ismail Mohammed Agaka, the Federal Commissioner representing Kwara State, urged the newly inaugurated ACTU members to approach their responsibilities with passion and patriotism.
“I urge each of you to approach your responsibilities with commitment to National interest, diligence, due process and vision for prosperity,” the Chairman stated. He added that the ACTU would support RMAFC’s efforts to establish transparency, accountability, and prudence in its activities.
Dr. M. B. Shehu further conveyed that “The inauguration of this Unit will not only complement Management’s internal controls, but also drive home the Commission’s zero tolerance for corruption.” He encouraged the newly inducted members to display professionalism, courage, and fairness in the discharge of their duties.
In a goodwill message, Dr. Musa Aliyu SAN, the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), represented by Mr. Olusegun Adigun, Director of System Study and Review Department (SSRD), commended the RMAFC leadership for their commitment and collaboration in establishing ACTU. He explained that “ACTUs have now evolved into a government-recognized anti-corruption platform” and described the unit as a strategic tool to support management in achieving RMAFC’s mandate.
Dr. Aliyu outlined key responsibilities for ACTUs, including conducting corruption risk assessments, fostering ethical compliance, monitoring budget implementation, and undertaking preliminary investigations into complaints. He also called on RMAFC to provide adequate funding, office facilities, and full representation in standing committees to empower the unit.
The newly inaugurated ACTU is chaired by Mr. Idris Y. Musa, Director of Audit at the Commission. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Musa pledged on behalf of the members to uphold integrity and the values of the Commission. “We accept this responsibility with full consciousness of the trust placed in us. We shall not betray it,” he stated. He further pledged the collective readiness of the ACTU members to act as watchful eyes and ethical compass within RMAFC.
Nkem Ezenwa, Esq. of the ICPC administered the oath of allegiance to the newly inaugurated members.
Engr. Joseph Okechukwu Nweze, the Secretary to the Commission, represented by Mrs. Udodirim Okongwu, Director of Inland Revenue Department, expressed appreciation to the ICPC and commended all stakeholders for their support. He encouraged the ACTU members to live up to the mandate set out by the ICPC and to remain unwavering in promoting ethical governance within the Commission.
Other members of the newly inaugurated ACTU include: Muhammed Baba Wasagi, Muhammed Lawal Yakubu, Ashiedu Vivian, Mohammed Bashir Umar, Victor Ugwu Monday, Okolo Shelter Simmer, Ramatu Kangiwa Yusuf, Oluwafemi Olubukola Jane, Abdulaziz Usman, and Azumi A. Umoru.
