The House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption has reiterated its resolve to advance legislative measures aimed at strengthening the capacity of Nigerian youths to contribute meaningfully to national development.
Chairman of the Committee, Moshood Akiolu, gave the assurance on Wednesday at an event marking the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day in Abuja. He stated that the 10th House of Representatives, under Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, is deepening efforts to promote transparency, reinforce legal institutions, and expand civic education initiatives that equip young Nigerians to identify, resist, and report corruption.
“The House is working to enhance transparency, strengthen legal frameworks, and support civic education that equips young people with the knowledge and tools to resist and report corruption,” Akiolu said.
He described corruption as a persistent obstacle to the growth of a robust democratic culture in Nigeria.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Musa Aliyu, represented by Assistant Director Suleiman Achile, said corruption remains one of the most serious threats to development and social equity. He noted that the vice continues to weaken institutions, divert public resources, and shrink opportunities for young Nigerians.
“The erosion of public trust and diversion of resources from essential services undermine opportunities for young people,” Aliyu stated.
Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Mainasara Kogo, urged the youth to prioritise skills development, stressing that academic qualifications alone are insufficient in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven global economy.
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“If we can bridge that missing link, our future leaders will know they are not just future leaders of Nigeria but future leaders of the world,” he said.
Nigeria’s large youth population continues to grapple with high unemployment, limited access to technical training, and low representation in governance. These challenges, stakeholders noted, are exacerbated by systemic corruption, which diverts funds allocated for education, skills development, and social programmes.
The concerns raised at the event reflect increasing public demand for reforms that deliver tangible results for young people. The renewed assurances from the House Committee come at a time many Nigerians are calling for stronger accountability mechanisms across government institutions.