The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has formed a strategic partnership with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to overhaul it’s operational transparency and maximize revenue collection.
The Acting Managing Director, Umar Yusuf Girei, who announced this at a post event press conference at NIWA Headquarters Lokoja, said the organization recently convened a two day Executive and Anti-Corruption training themed “Strengthening Integrity and Revenue System in Inland Waterways Management”
He said discussions with the Commission aims to explore measures for strengthening integrity and curbing corruption within its operations.
The training brought together Board members, Management and Area Managers alongside the 2026 NIWA Management Retreat in Abuja.
Girei said the initiative forms part of new strategies aimed at improving its operational system and enhancing collaboration with key stakeholders as part of efforts to boost efficiency and accountability.
He noted as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with the support of the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, the Authority is focused on aligning institutional goals in ensuring better service delivery to Nigerians.
Girei therefore, assured staff that the ongoing reforms under his watch would translate into improved service and better working conditions.
“NIWA remains committed to continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement and the reforms are expected to enhance both internal performance and public confidence”, he stated.
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