Borno State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has issued a stern warning to stakeholders of Mohammed Goni College of Legal, Islamic and Educational Studies, Maiduguri, following an ongoing investigation into alleged certificate fraud and administrative irregularities within the institution.
The ICPC received a high-level delegation from the institution’s Elders Committee, led by Amin A. Sani, who sought to engage with anti-corruption officials regarding a petition that has cast a shadow over the college’s academic credibility and operational integrity.
Addressing the delegation, the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Mr. Linus Gubbi Matashi, affirmed that the petition remained under active investigation, emphasising that due process would be meticulously observed whilst warning that any individual found culpable would face the full weight of the law without exception.
Mr Matashi stressed that the probe would be conducted with professionalism and impartiality, urging the Elders Committee and college authorities to cooperate fully and provide the Commission with all requisite documentation and information for a thorough examination of the allegations.
Beyond its enforcement mandate, the RACC explained that the ICPC places considerable emphasis on corruption prevention, systemic review and public enlightenment, noting that the Commission’s approach extends far beyond investigation and prosecution to encompass institutional reform and capacity building.
He advised the college to undertake a comprehensive audit of its administrative and academic frameworks, with particular attention to admissions procedures, examination protocols, record-keeping systems and certificate issuance processes, all of which required urgent strengthening to enhance transparency, accountability and operational efficiency.
The Commissioner further encouraged the institution to collaborate with the ICPC in sensitising staff and students on anti-corruption practices and ethical conduct, whilst delivering a stark warning to stakeholders to treat the matter with the gravity it deserves and commit to rebranding and repositioning the college to restore public confidence.
Responding on behalf of the Elders Committee, Mr Sani thanked the RACC and the Commission for the opportunity to engage on the matter, reaffirming the committee’s readiness to cooperate fully and address the concerns raised with the seriousness they warrant.
The engagement concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthening institutional systems, promoting transparency and accountability, and preventing corruption through effective internal controls, systematic review, and continuous sensitisation efforts across the college community.