By Mustapha Shettima, Alfaya Jibrilla, and Mohammed Usman Umar
In a bid to promote a culture of transparency, integrity, and ethical conduct among its workforce, the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) held a one-day anti-corruption training for staff in Borno State.
The training, which took place at the Conference Hall of the Federal Secretariat in Maiduguri, was organized under the directive of the Director General of RMRDC, Nnanyelugo Martin Ike-Muonso. It was facilitated by Deputy Director Mohammed Sheriff Musa from the Food and Beverages Division at the RMRDC headquarters in Abuja.
During his presentation, Mr. Musa defined corruption as the abuse of power for personal gain, manifesting through practices such as bribery, fraud, and embezzlement. He emphasized that no organization can thrive in an environment tainted by corruption. “Anti-corruption,” he explained, “involves the adoption of preventive measures and ethical practices that foster transparency, build trust, ensure accountability, and promote good governance.”
Highlighting the importance of individual responsibility, he urged all staff to take the fight against corruption personally. “Every staff member must commit to integrity and transparency in their daily activities,” he said. “Reporting unethical conduct through the appropriate channels is essential to sustaining an honest work environment.”
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He reiterated that the RMRDC is dedicated to eliminating all forms of corruption by upholding high ethical standards and fostering a law-abiding culture. He noted that due to the nature of RMRDC’s operations—which involve collaboration with investors, fabricators, innovators, and industries—it is imperative for staff to maintain professional conduct in order to safeguard the Council’s credibility and ensure the successful implementation of its vision.
The Director General’s initiative is seen as a proactive step in reinforcing RMRDC’s mandate, particularly as the agency continues to play a key role in Nigeria’s drive toward economic diversification through raw materials research and development.
