The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has collaborated with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Anti-Corruption Community Development Service (CDS) Group of Osogbo and Olorunda Local Government Areas of Osun State to organize an anti-corruption essay competition.
ICPC Organizes Anti-Corruption Essay Competition in Osun State
Objective of the Competition
The essay competition aimed to educate and sensitize secondary school students about the negative impacts of corruption on nation-building. The theme of the competition was “The Impact of Corruption on Nation Building.”
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Winners of the Competition
After a thorough evaluation of the essays submitted, the winners were announced. Oluwole Abdulqudus from Government Technical College, Osogbo, emerged as the winner with 56% marks.
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Adekahunsi Samson Temidayo from L.A. Adeniji Grammar School, Aiyetoro, and Uthman Habeebah from Christ Grammar School, Osogbo, tied for the first runner-up position with 53% marks each.
Significance of the Competition
The ICPC’s anti-corruption essay competition is part of its efforts to promote integrity and transparency among young Nigerians.
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By engaging secondary school students in discussions about corruption, the ICPC aims to inspire a new generation of leaders who will champion anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria.