Ordinary Nigerians bear the heaviest cost of corruption when hospitals, schools and public services fail, the NHRC has warned its staff to uphold integrity at all times.
The warning was given at a sensitisation programme organised by the Commission's Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU).
The Director, Civil and Political Rights, Mr. Halilu Adamu, who represented the Executive Secretary, Chief Tony Ojukwu, OFR, SAN, said corruption within a human rights institution contradicts its mandate and urged staff to make integrity and accountability their daily standard.
Motivational speaker, Mr. Raphael Ayua, said corruption denies citizens opportunities and dignity when funds meant for essential services are diverted.
An Assistant Director at the ICPC, Mr. Umoh Mfon, warned that minor unethical practices can grow into serious offences, undermining service delivery and eroding public trust.
The speakers identified bribery, gratification, nepotism, stealing and procurement fraud as practices that promote inequality, noting that vulnerable people who depend on public institutions suffer most.
Head of ACTU, Ateda Thomas, therefore called on staff to take personal responsibility for preventing and reporting corruption in handling complaints, files and other assignments, stressing that choosing honesty over gratification helps protect citizens' rights.
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