BY CHIKA OKEKE, Abuja
The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) and National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) have endorsed the agenda of the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN), aimed at eliminating fraud from systems of government.
This was one of the major highlights during the Institute’s 13th Direct Training/Licensed Practitioners Training/graduation and award of Fellowship at NILDS headquarters, Abuja.
Speaking after his investiture as an Honourary Fellow of the Institute, Chairman of CCB, Dr. Abdullahi Bello noted that CIFICFIN embodies excellence, integrity and a steadfast commitment to combating fraud and upholding justice.
He pointed out that to be recognised and honoured as a fellow of the institute is a privilege that he will cherish and carry with great responsibility.
“As the Chief Executive of CCB, I am reminded of the critical role we play in fostering transparency, accountability and ethical governance in Nigeria. This recognition inspires me to re-double my efforts," Bello added.
The Director-General of NILDS, Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman extolled the leadership of CIFCFIN for sustaining a clear vision in developing a competent cadre of forensic professionals who would not only detect financial crimes but also contribute to preventive frameworks and policy advocacy for system reform.
"As we continue to grapple with the challenges of corruption, financial mismanagement, cyber-enabled crimes, and governance deficits, the relevance of your institution and the expertise of your members cannot be overemphasised,” he stated.
Sulaiman called on policymakers and stakeholders to collectively harness the potential of CIFCFIN to drive strategic reforms, improve investigative frameworks and support the entrenchment of rule-based order across the public and private sectors.
The 13th edition of CIFCFIN’s Direct Membership Training graduated 97 Certified Direct Members, 26 Licensed Forensics and Fraud Investigation Practitioners and 50 inducted Fellows, who have joined the growing number of forensic experts in Nigeria.
Addressing the Practitioners, CIFCFIN’s Founder/Chairman of Governing Council, Dr. Iliyasu Gashinbaki enjoined them to understand that the war against corruption has evolved.
“Your duty is not only to investigate. It is to expose, educate, and reform. Let your certifications not merely decorate your walls, but become tools deployed in courtrooms, boardrooms, tax offices and investigative panels.
"You are now change agents and change makers who are enlisted in the anti-corruption army that will transform Nigeria into greatness," he declared.
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