‘Tinubu’s govt setting new tone for transparency, accountability in governance’

The Atum Humanitarian Anti-Corruption and Charitable Initiative (AHACCI) has commended President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to fighting corruption and promoting good governance in the country. 

The organisation said the current administration was setting a new tone for transparency and accountability in governance. 

Director-General of AHACCI, Ismaila Atus, in a statement commended the President for strengthening anti-corruption agencies through increased funding and guaranteed independence. 

He noted that these moves have empowered anti-graft institutions in the country to carry out their mandate without political interference.

Atus, a vocal advocate for grassroots integrity and systemic reform, alluded to Nigeria’s rise in the 2024 Transparency International (TI) Corruption Perception Index, saying it is a well-deserved result of bold steps taken by President Tinubu since assuming office.

He said: “President Tinubu’s strategic policies and decisive actions against corruption are clearly restoring faith in our institutions. 

The leap in TI’s rankings — from 145th to 140th reflects the global community’s growing confidence in Nigeria’s governance under his leadership.

This is not business as usual. What we’re witnessing is a deliberate effort to institutionalise integrity and restore dignity to public service.”

The AHACCI DG also commended President Tinubu for economic policies that help tackle the root causes of corruption, especially among civil servants and young people.

He said these initiatives promote dignity of labour, reduce economic desperation, and make it easier for Nigerians to meet their needs without cutting corners.

He added: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has demonstrated uncommon courage and clarity in the fight against corruption. What sets this administration apart from previous ones is not just its commitment, but its execution. From ensuring the independence of key anti-corruption agencies to backing them with the resources they need to succeed, the President is laying the groundwork for a Nigeria that future generations can be proud of.

“We must also commend the administration for attacking the roots of corruption which are poverty, inequality, and institutional weakness. Initiatives like the student loan scheme, the credit guarantee system, and the increase in minimum wage are not just economic tools; they are weapons against corruption. When citizens can meet their basic needs through legitimate means, the temptation to cut corners reduces drastically.

Furthermore, by making home ownership possible for civil servants and easing access to credit for entrepreneurs, the President is addressing the pressure points that often lead to corrupt behaviour. That is forward-thinking leadership.

“This is a defining moment for Nigeria. The improvement in our global ranking is not just a statistic; it is a signal that we are on the right path.”