Minister of Information Mohammed Idris denies allegations of political witch-hunt, affirming the FG’s commitment to independent anti-corruption efforts
The denial came after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of weaponising the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intimidate opposition figures ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Speaking on Wednesday at the ICPC Roundtable Engagement in Abuja, Idris stressed that the Tinubu administration is dedicated to allowing anti-corruption agencies to operate independently, without political interference.
“Fighting corruption is indeed one of the 8-Point priorities of the Tinubu administration, and that is why the President is strengthening the institutional framework to fight corruption, especially through the ICPC and the EFCC,” Idris said.
He added, “By its policy of non-interference, the Tinubu administration has made it clear that anti-corruption agencies are not instruments of political witch-hunt.
They operate with independence and professionalism in line with the rule of law.”
Idris highlighted the President’s resolve to eliminate corruption from public institutions, asserting there will be “no safe haven for corruption in Nigeria.”
He also noted the Federal Government’s judicial reforms aimed at speeding up corruption trials to ensure justice is delivered promptly and fairly.
The minister further emphasised the importance of strategic communication in promoting transparency and accountability, spotlighting the roundtable’s theme: ‘Partnership for Strengthening Transparency and Accountability at State and Local Government Levels Through Strategic Communications.’
“Transparency and accountability constitute strong pillars of democracy and are, unarguably, at the core of President Tinubu’s grundnorm of administration,” Idris said.
He called on state governments and officials to rise above political divisions and embrace the national development agenda, urging them to recognise the opportunities within the Renewed Hope Agenda focused on economic inclusion, diversification, and growth.
Idris also praised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), led by Dr.
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Musa Aliyu, for their innovative communication strategy engaging stakeholders at state and local levels to effectively share government policies with grassroots communities.
