The Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro (FUTI), recently conducted a sensitisation programme for members of the university’s management cadre as part of a broader effort to strengthen institutional integrity and promote transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct within the administration.
The programme, themed “Administrative Measures for Controlling Workplace Corruption,” brought together principal officers and other members of the management team to examine administrative strategies for preventing corruption and reinforcing good governance.
In his welcome address, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Dr Mikail Aremu Akande, welcomed the delegation from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), members of the university’s ACTU, and management staff to the event.
Dr. Akande reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to supporting anti-corruption initiatives and fostering a culture of integrity across the university; further describing the programme as timely, noting that it would deepen management’s understanding of preventive measures whilst reinforcing their collective responsibility for sustaining an integrity-driven institution.
Speaking earlier, the Chairman of the university’s ACTU, Mr Okuwoga Bamidele, thanked the management for its continued support of the Unit’s activities and emphasised the need for sustained collaboration in promoting ethical conduct and preventing corruption.
Mr Bamidele observed that effective anti-corruption efforts require not only the investigation and sanctioning of misconduct but also the establishment of sound administrative systems capable of preventing corruption, identifying institutional risks, and promoting accountability.
The lead paper, titled “Strengthening Institutional Integrity: Administrative Measures for Preventing Workplace Corruption in the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro,” was presented by Mr Tope Eegunjobi of the ICPC System Study and Review Department.
The paper examined corruption as a systemic institutional challenge and highlighted the importance of robust internal control systems, transparent procurement processes, conflict-of-interest management, digitalisation of administrative procedures, effective whistleblowing mechanisms, periodic system reviews, appropriate sanctions, and ethical leadership.
An interactive session followed, during which participants engaged with the resource person, seeking clarifications on corruption prevention, institutional controls, and administrative processes.
The discussions provided an opportunity to examine practical administrative challenges and identify measures to strengthen existing systems and controls within the university.
The event was attended by principal officers and members of the university’s management, including the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Bursar, University Librarian, Deans of Schools, and Directors.