The National Association of Muslim and Christian Youths of Nigeria (MCY) has honoured Alhaji Musa Ibrahim Alkali, mni, Director of Administration and Human Resources at the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), with a National Recognition Award.
The Association led by the its President Mr Gyan Moses Shutt said that the award recognises his contributions to national development, youth empowerment and effective administration; stressing that the award was approved at the association’s 10th Senate sitting held in Plateau State on 25 October 2025 and affirmed at its convention in Maiduguri, Borno State, on 27 October 2025.
Mr Shutt further described Alhaji Alkali as a man of integrity, a philanthropist and a committed advocate by of youth development; citing his contributions to human capital development, institutional strengthening, national integration and quality service delivery.
It also called for support for the Association’s proposed Skills Acquisition Initiative, which is aimed at promoting self-reliance and the dignity of labour among Nigerian youths.
The AMCY President condemned the killings in the North-Central and North-East regions and urged the Federal Government and relevant stakeholders to take decisive action to end the violence. It congratulated Dr Alkali on the recognition and called on Nigerian youths to embrace peaceful coexistence and resist being used as instruments of political and religious conflict.
In his response, the Director of Admin expressed his deep appreciation for the award, noting that he received it not merely as an individual but as an employee of the Commission. He described the fight against corruption as a collective responsibility, adding it is a major obstacle to Nigeria’s social, economic, educational and overall development.
Alhaji Alkali identified religious leaders as some of the most influential stakeholders in the fight against corruption and commended their contributions to promoting integrity and accountability. He also urged them to intensify their efforts to combat the menace.
The ICPC Director further emphasised that corruption encompasses dishonesty and immoral behaviour. He noted that proper upbringing and moral education are essential to building a society in which individuals can be trusted to serve responsibly in the public sector.