The Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has concluded its five-day sensitization and capacity building workshop by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) for the newly recruited staff in the North Central Geopolitical Zone and the headquarters held in Lafia, Nasarawa State, with a call on participants to uphold integrity, accountability, transparency and due process in the discharge of their official responsibilities.
The workshop was designed to strengthen participants’ capacity, promote ethical conduct, prevent corruption and support the Commission in the effective implementation of its constitutional mandate.
In his closing address, the Chairman of the Commission, represented by the Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Kwara State Hon. Ismaila Muhammad Agaka, urged participants to translate the knowledge acquired during the five-day programme into practical action at their respective duty posts.
He emphasized that the fight against corruption begins with individual choices and requires the collective commitment of public officers to protect public resources, strengthen public trust and uphold the highest standards of accountability and professionalism.
The Chairman charged participants to return to their respective offices as ambassadors of integrity, demonstrating diligence, transparency and an unwavering commitment to the Commission’s mandate.
He further noted that the management of public resources has significant implications for national development, stressing that meaningful transformation can only be achieved through a sustained and determined commitment to combating corruption.
The Chairman also encouraged participants to prioritize their physical and mental well-being, observing that regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle contribute to the energy, discipline and effectiveness required for efficient public service delivery.
In his remarks, the Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Nasarawa State, Hon. Abdulkadir Al-Makura, urged participants to internalize the lessons of the workshop and demonstrate them through their professional responsibilities and personal conduct.
He stressed that integrity, honesty, discipline and accountability must extend beyond the workplace, noting that an individual’s conduct in both official and private life reflects the values and commitment to ethical standards.
Hon. Al-Makura also enjoined the participants to eschew acts of corruption and misconduct at all times. The Commissioner challenged them to ensure that the workshop produced tangible improvements in their conduct, decisions and approach to public service.
He expressed appreciation to the Commission and other stakeholders for choosing Nasarawa State to host the workshop and commended the hospitality extended to participants throughout their stay in Lafia.
The workshop also provided an opportunity for participants to reflect on the knowledge gained and the practical implications for their respective roles in the Commission.
One of the participants, Mr. Anendah Benjamin Ahanga from Makurdi state office described the workshop as an enriching, enlightening and educative experience that broadened his understanding of integrity, accountability and the fight against corruption.
He explained that the sessions had changed some previously held perceptions about practices that appeared ordinary or acceptable. Ahanga noted that the experience had reinforced the need for vigilance, sound judgement and caution in professional and personal dealings.
According to him, integrity begins with individual choices and the willingness to do the right thing regardless of prevailing circumstances or external pressures. He urged public officers to avoid cutting corners, adhere strictly to due process and ensure transparency and accountability in the management of public funds.
Adeze Miriam Oraegbuna of the Federation Account Department, Head Office, described the training as insightful, informative and impactful. She noted that it had reinforced her understanding of the importance of integrity, transparency and accountability in public service.
She expressed confidence that applying the lessons acquired would strengthen ethical conduct, promote good governance and enhance public trust in the Commission.
Similarly, Mr. Kabiru Alhassan Shuaibu of the Fiscal Efficiency Department, Headquarters, described the workshop as engaging and informative.
He obseeved that corruption remains a major obstacle to national progress and that every citizen has a responsibility to contribute to addressing the problem. He further highlighted the importance of identifying, documenting and reporting suspected cases of corruption to the appropriate authorities.
Mr. Shuaibu emphasized that the Commission’s mandate to monitor accruals to and disbursements from the Federation Account carries a significant responsibility to safeguard public resources.
He observed that the funds being monitored represent the contributions and sacrifices of ordinary Nigerians, including traders, civil servants and other hardworking citizens whose economic activities sustain the nation.
He expressed confidence that applying the lessons from the workshop would strengthen the Commission’s efforts to safeguard the nation’s revenue.
Maryam Umar Yusuf,mnipr
Head, Information and Public Relations
9th October, 2026
