The Kano State Anti-Corruption Institute has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting integrity, accountability and good governance across the state.
The Provost of the Institute, Hajiya Rahma Mallam Alhani, stated this during a courtesy visit to the Kano State Consumer Protection Council (KCPC) as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration and improve the effectiveness of both institutions.
Alhani said the visit was aimed at introducing the Institute to the Councilās management and highlighting its activities, particularly its efforts to train and enlighten public officers on how to prevent and avoid corrupt practices.
She said the Institute was committed to equipping public officers with the knowledge, ethical standards and professional values required to discharge their responsibilities effectively and responsibly.
Responding, the Executive Secretary of the KCPC, Ibrahim Garba, expressed appreciation for the visit, saying closer collaboration with the Institute would encourage staff of the Council to uphold integrity, accountability and professional standards in the discharge of their duties.
Garba also briefed the delegation on the Councilās mandate and activities, including efforts to tackle substandard and adulterated products, expired goods and other practices that undermine consumer safety.
He said the Council also intervenes in disputes between consumers and sellers through mediation and other appropriate mechanisms.
The Executive Secretary commended the Kano State Government for establishing the Anti-Corruption Institute and described Alhaniās appointment as a timely step towards strengthening efforts against corruption in the state.
He pledged that the KCPC would work closely with the Institute, particularly in the areas of training, professional development and public enlightenment for its staff.
Garba said the collaboration would help promote professional conduct, integrity and accountability while improving service delivery to the people of Kano State.
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