By ISAAC AREGBESOLA

Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN) Chairman, Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has reaffirmed the commission?s commitment to strengthening corruption-prevention mechanisms within Nigeria?s transportation sector.

Its spokesperson, Okor Odey, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.

He quoted Aliyu as saying this, while receiving the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, and his delegation during a courtesy visit to the commission?s headquarters in Abuja.

The ICPC chairman emphasised that transportation played a pivotal role in national development and public safety, noting that vehicles were frequently exploited in the perpetration of crimes.

Aliyu underscored the need for stronger collaboration between the ICPC, FRSC, and other law enforcement bodies to promote safer roads, greater accountability, and a more efficient national economy.

The ICPC boss commended the FRSC for its recent innovations, particularly the Contactless Driver?s License Processing System, which significantly reduced corruption risks by minimising unnecessary human interaction.

He also lauded the introduction of the Premium Driver?s License Service, noting that improved service timelines have enhanced public trust.

Aliyu further reiterated ICPC?s readiness to support the strengthening of the FRSC?s Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU).

He stressed that internal controls and early intervention remained vital in curbing unethical practices across public institutions.

The ICPC boss added that members of staff of the commission, including official drivers, would benefit from FRSC-led training on safe driving practices and proper road usage.

He, therefore, directed relevant departments within the commission to partner with the FRSC on joint sensitisation programmes aimed at promoting safety and integrity.

Earlier in his remarks, the corps marshal, described the FRSC as Nigeria?s foremost agency for road regulation and safety.

He highlighted several ongoing reforms designed to improve service delivery, including the corps? capacity to produce up to 25,000 driver?s licenses daily, supported by enhanced data-protection measures to prevent identity-related fraud.

Mohammed also explained that the newly introduced FRSC Contactless License Renewal Platform reduced physical interaction, sped up processing, and minimised corruption.

He outlined other innovations to include Standard and Premium Driver?s License Options, and Enhanced National Vehicle Identification System (NVIS) for faster vehicle information retrieval.

He said the innovation included improved Passenger Manifest System, designed to strengthen commuter safety and emergency response.

In his closing remarks, the Secretary to the Commission, Mr Clifford Oparaodu, commended the FRSC for its reforms.

Oparaodu expressed confidence that the collaboration between both organisations would continue to advance integrity and transparency in the nation?s transport and public-service sectors. (NAN)

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