By Emma Peter
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has urged the Imo State Ministry of Lands, Survey and Physical Planning to strengthen its internal safeguards and improve transparency in the administration of land across the state.
The commission made the call during an engagement with the management and staff of the ministry, according to a post published on its verified Facebook page on Friday, 11th September, 2026.
The meeting focused on possible corruption vulnerabilities within land administration and the need for stronger institutional procedures capable of promoting accountability and responsible service delivery.
Speaking at the engagement, the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Mr Emedoronwa Cliff, and the Deputy Director, Mrs Chinwe Egbeocha, highlighted areas of land administration that could create opportunities for corrupt practices if not properly controlled.
They stressed the importance of having clear procedures, effective internal controls and accountable processes to ensure that officials perform their duties professionally and ethically.
The ICPC representatives noted that stronger institutional safeguards would help minimise corruption risks while contributing to greater public confidence in the land administration system.
Responding, the Director of Lands, ESV Igiri Chidimma Irene, commended the commission for engaging the ministry and addressing issues capable of affecting the integrity of land administration.
She expressed the ministry’s readiness to adopt measures that would enhance accountability, efficiency and ethical conduct in the discharge of its responsibilities.
The engagement was part of the ICPC’s efforts to support public institutions in identifying corruption risks, strengthening preventive mechanisms and promoting transparent administrative practices.
