The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has released the 2025 Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) for federal ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). The report highlights that no MDA achieved full compliance with ethical standards. Out of 344 MDAs assessed, only 48 showed substantial compliance, while 141 displayed poor compliance and 23 were entirely non-compliant.

The ICPC noted major gaps in organizational systems, including the absence of core values, mission and vision statements in 169 MDAs. Many agencies lack policies for handling gifts, donations, and advances, and some do not perform regular financial audits or submit reports to the Office of the Accountant General. In addition, several MDAs fail to monitor activities, conduct performance evaluations, or ensure transparency in procurement and recruitment processes.

Whistleblowing mechanisms and training programs are also weak. The report shows that 241 MDAs do not have domesticated whistleblower policies, while 144 MDAs lack annual training plans, and 146 failed to train staff on ethics and compliance. ICPC stressed that weak administrative systems, inadequate training, and ineffective Anti-Corruption Units (ACTUs) undermine the ability of public institutions to operate transparently and efficiently.

On the ACTU Effectiveness Index (AEI), only 12.31% of units were rated ‘Very Effective,’ while over half were deemed ‘Ineffective.’ ICPC concluded that although there have been some improvements in financial management, many MDAs still lack the structures and capacities necessary to prevent corruption and ensure accountability across the public sector.