The Budgit Foundation, in collaboration with the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (ROLAC) Programme and IDEA International, has successfully hosted a strategic event aimed at enhancing institutional partnerships in the fight against corruption and improving service delivery in Adamawa State.
The program, funded by the European Union (EU), brought together government agencies, civil society organizations, media, and community leaders to address systemic corruption and governance challenges. The initiative aligns with the EU’s commitment to promoting transparency and accountability in Nigeria. The event sought to:
1. Strengthen interagency collaboration to close governance loopholes.
2. Promote ethical practices and citizen engagement in public service delivery.
3. Leverage technology for real-time monitoring of projects.
Speaking at the event, Sadiq Mohammed Jaboqi, Adamawa State Officer at Budgit Foundation, noted:
“Corruption thrives in silos. This partnership with ROLAC, the EU, and IDEA International reflects our shared vision of institutional synergy to root out malpractice and restore public trust.”
Representatives from the Nigerian Correctional Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Police Force, and media organizations delivered goodwill messages, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms and community-driven accountability.
The keynote address underscored interagency collaboration as a key driver of progress, urging institutions to adopt digital tools to enhance transparency.
Budgit Foundation’s presentations highlighted:
Institutional Integrity: Mandatory asset declarations, whistleblower protections, and public audits.
Service Delivery Reforms: Digitizing processes in healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
“Panel Discussions & Resolutions”
Panelists, including representatives from the Nigerian Police Force, Nigerian Bar Association, NSCDC, media, and other stakeholders, identified:
Challenges: Resource gaps, cultural tolerance of corruption, and weak law enforcement.
Proposed Solutions: Establishing anti-corruption task forces, increasing public awareness, and vocational training for youth.
The event featured case studies on successful anti-corruption efforts, such as a civil society-led fund recovery project and NSCDC’s crackdown on illegal mining.
At the conclusion of discussions, stakeholders agreed on actionable resolutions, including:
Launching an Anti-Corruption Task Force with multi-sector representation.
Publishing biannual public service scorecards to monitor progress.
Hosting quarterly review meetings to track accountability measures.
“Organizational Roles & Commitments”
Budgit Foundation: Coordinated stakeholder engagement, strategy development, and post-event follow-up.
ROLAC: Provided guidance on legal frameworks and institutional accountability mechanisms.
IDEA International: Led capacity-building initiatives through specialized workshops.
European Union: Funded the program and advocated for governance reforms.
Sadiq Mohammed Jaboqi, speaking on behalf of Budgit Foundation, reaffirmed the commitment to sustaining the momentum:
“This event marks a pivotal step in Adamawa’s journey toward accountability. With continued support from the EU, ROLAC, and IDEA International, we are determined to transform dialogue into concrete reforms.”
Stakeholders and citizens are encouraged to stay informed and engaged in the movement by visiting Budgit’s Transparency Portal at http://www.budgit.org/adamawa and following #AdamawaAgainstCorruption on social media.
