ICPC, MacArthur Foundation host policy dialogue on corruption, social norms and behavioural change

ICPC, MacArthur Foundation host policy dialogue on corruption, social norms and behavioural change

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in collaboration with MacArthur Foundation is set to host a policy dialogue on corruption, social norms and behavioural change on Tuesday.

ICPC  Spokesperson, Mrs Azuka Ogugua, who said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja, added that the programme would hold  at the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN).

Ogugua  said the event, which would be physical and virtual,was aimed at addressing negative social norms bedeviling the country while provoking behavioural change in citizens.

“The Vice-President, Dr Kashim Shettima, GCON, is the special guest of honour at the one-day event, while Prof. Toyin Falola of the Department of History at the University of Texas, Austin, United States, is the keynote speaker.

“Other speakers at the policy dialogue include: Prof. Etannibi Alemika; Naziru Mikailu Abubakar; Rev. Fr. George Ehusani; Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, and Prof. Isaac Nnamdi.

“The policy dialogue is a platform to explore innovative strategies, exchange ideas and develop actionable recommendations that will contribute to addressing the challenges and opportunities associated with the theme,” she said.

According to her, attendance to the physical event is strictly by invitation but all stakeholders are encouraged to join virtually with the login details provided on the banner or watch the livestream on Facebook @icpcnigeria.