Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission
ICPC
Summary
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is Nigeria's primary integrity and anti-corruption body, established by the ICPC Act 2000 (as amended 2010). The Chairman is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate for a term of five years renewable once; members serve four-year initial terms. The ICPC has investigative, prosecutorial, and educational mandates covering corruption, bribery, fraud, and financial crimes in the public and private sectors. It may arrest, investigate, and prosecute offenders, and has powers to compel production of documents and testimony. The ICPC complements the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which focuses on financial crimes and money laundering; ICPC focuses more broadly on corrupt practices and public integrity.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 (as amended 2010)
- Citation
- ICPC Act 2000 (Cap I15 LFN 2004)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All public officers, public bodies, and private persons who engage in corruption, bribery, fraud, or related offences against the public interest