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Nigeria's SGF urges anti-corruption tribunal to adopt digital technology

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Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Secretary to the Government of the Federation urged the Code of Conduct Tribunal to adopt digital technology.
  • Senator George Akume emphasized improving case management, records administration, and operational efficiency.
  • This call aligns with the Federal Government's broader digital transformation agenda for public institutions.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has called on the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) to embrace digital technology to enhance its operations. During a courtesy visit from the CCT Chairman, Dr. Mainasara Kogo, and the tribunal's management team in Abuja, Akume stressed the importance of digitalization for improving case management, records administration, and overall efficiency.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has charged the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) to embrace digital technology in the administration of justice to enhance case management, records administration and overall operational efficiency.

— Office of the Secretary to the Government of the FederationThe SGF's office issued a statement detailing his charge to the CCT.

This directive is part of the Federal Government's ongoing efforts to modernize public institutions through digital transformation. These reforms aim to boost public service delivery, strengthen transparency, and improve coordination among government agencies. Akume urged the CCT to align with this national digital transformation agenda.

The Code of Conduct Tribunal plays a crucial role in Nigeria's anti-corruption framework, adjudicating cases of alleged breaches of conduct by public officers. Senator Akume commended the tribunal for its commitment to promoting integrity and accountability in public service, recognizing its constitutional function as a vital pillar in the nation's anti-corruption architecture.

The tribunal should continue to embrace technology to improve case management, records administration and overall operational efficiency in line with the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda

— Senator George AkumeThe SGF urged the tribunal to align with the government's digital agenda.

He reiterated the Tinubu administration's dedication to strengthening public institutions and upholding the rule of law, emphasizing the premium placed on institutional integrity.

Senator Akume commended the Tribunal for its steadfast commitment to promoting integrity, accountability and ethical standards in Nigeria’s public service, describing its constitutional role in adjudicating breaches of the Code of Conduct for public officers as a vital pillar in the nation’s anti-corruption architecture.

— Office of the Secretary to the Government of the FederationThe SGF's office statement highlighted Akume's commendation of the tribunal's role.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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