The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing ongoing corruption investigations involving politically exposed persons, insisting that it will not be intimidated by alleged attempts to discredit the agency.
The commission said it had received credible intelligence suggesting that some individuals were planning a misinformation and blackmail campaign aimed at undermining public confidence in its operations and frustrating its anti-corruption efforts.
In a statement issued on Friday by its spokesperson, J. Okor Odey, the ICPC linked the alleged plot to ongoing investigations involving suspected fake agencies and other high-profile cases concerning politically exposed persons.
The anti-graft agency maintained that it would continue to discharge its statutory responsibilities professionally, independently and without fear or favour, stressing that all ongoing investigations would be pursued diligently in accordance with due process and the rule of law.
It also warned that no individual or group, regardless of political, social or economic standing, would be allowed to influence the outcome of lawful investigations.
While acknowledging the importance of public scrutiny and constructive criticism, the commission cautioned against deliberate falsehoods and campaigns designed to frustrate credible investigations or intimidate its officials.
The ICPC further reiterated its commitment to protecting public interest, strengthening accountability and ensuring that its anti-corruption mandate is carried out without external interference.
However, the commission did not disclose the identities of those allegedly planning the misinformation campaign or provide specific details about the investigations believed to have triggered the alleged plot.
