ICPC Chairman urges Lawyers to uphold integrity, professional excellence
Kola Oyelere Kano
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, (AAN), has cautioned lawyers across the country against behaviors that could tarnish the image of the legal profession, urging lawyers to remain consistent in their positions on judicial matters to avoid eroding public trust.
He then urged them to uphold integrity, truth, and consistency in their professional conduct, stressing the need to set a positive precedent for the legal profession.
Dr. Aliyu made the call on Friday when he received the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Gwagwalada Branch, Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Owhor Clever N., Esq., and his executive team during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
The Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the Commission,Demola Bakare,in a statement signed and made available to press said that “The ICPC Chairman emphasised the critical role of mentorship in shaping the next generation of lawyers.”
“It is important that young lawyers begin their careers under the guidance of seniors who possess unquestionable integrity. As senior practitioners, we must lead by example and ensure that what we pass on can stand the test of time, he said.
. According to him,” If you argue today that white is white, tomorrow you should not argue that white is green or black. The public watches us closely, and inconsistency undermines the profession,”
Earlier , Barr. Clever stated that the visit was aimed at exploring collaboration with the ICPC in areas such as anti-corruption and integrity training for members, contributing articles to NBA journals, and partnering on the branch’s Legal Week and other programmes.
He also announced plans to dedicate the next edition of the branch’s journal to honor Dr. Aliyu for his contributions to the fight against corruption. On behalf of the branch, he presented the ICPC Chairman with an Award of Excellence in recognition of his leadership achievements.
In response, Dr. Aliyu assured the NBA Gwagwalada Branch of the Commission’s readiness to partner with them in the proposed initiatives and other areas of mutual interest.