By Erewunmi Peace

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced tracking of 64 federal projects valued at approximately ₦21.6 billion in Sokoto State as part of its nationwide anti-corruption monitoring initiative.

Scope of the Tracking Exercise

The exercise, part of Phase 8 of the Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking (CEPT) programme, covers projects executed by 14 federal agencies across sectors including:

• Health
• Education
• Water supply
• Agriculture
• Electrification
• Special intervention projects
• Preliminary Findings

The ICPC team, led by Aminu Bala, has already inspected several project sites, including Kalambaina, Gwuiwa, Mabera, and Mana communities, identifying instances where contractors were not fully compliant with project specifications. Contractors have been instructed to return to their sites and rectify deficiencies.

Objective and Impact

The monitoring exercise aims to ensure transparency, proper utilization of federal funds, and timely completion of public projects.

ICPC officials emphasized that regular inspections and accountability measures will help minimize corruption and maximize the impact of government investments in local communities.

Next Steps

The commission plans to continue the tracking exercise across Sokoto State, with reports expected to inform federal agencies and the public on the progress and compliance of ongoing projects.