In a move to reinforce integrity and ethical conduct in the public sector, the Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), hosted a training lecture on transparency and accountability in public service.

The event, held on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Command Headquarters, brought together Customs officers from various units, alongside representatives from the ICPC and the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU).

In his welcome address, Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Frank Onyeka, emphasized the importance of discipline and transparency within the Service. He noted that the NCS has put in place strong mechanisms to detect and sanction corrupt practices, stating that “discipline, transparency, and accountability are non-negotiable values in our operations.”

The training session was introduced by Assistant Comptroller Owoniyi, Coordinator of ACTU in Customs Zone A, who reaffirmed the unit’s commitment to cultivating a culture of integrity within the Service.

Delivering the keynote lecture, Mrs. Mary Omonoyan from the ICPC’s Department of Public Enlightenment and Education, highlighted the role of transparency in building public trust. She noted that ethical behaviour is the foundation of effective governance.

Also addressing participants, Dr. Florence Bari, Deputy Director of Operations, ICPC Lagos Office, spoke on the consequences of corruption in the public sector. She focused on issues such as lateness to duty and irregularities in public procurement, urging officers to uphold integrity and professionalism in their duties.

The event concluded with an interactive session where participants exchanged ideas and strategies for enhancing transparency and accountability within their departments.

The training underscores the ongoing collaboration between the Tin Can Island Command and ICPC in promoting a more accountable and ethically-driven public service.