…Donation boosts Nigeria-UK collaboration on anti-corruption, institutional capacity
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has received a state-of-the-art forensic document examination workstation from the British High Commission, marking another milestone in the collaborative efforts between Nigeria and the United Kingdom to strengthen anti-corruption frameworks and investigative capacity.
By Chimezie Godfrey
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has received a state-of-the-art forensic document examination workstation from the British High Commission, marking another milestone in the collaborative efforts between Nigeria and the United Kingdom to strengthen anti-corruption frameworks and investigative capacity.
At a brief handover ceremony in Lagos, Ms. Hannah Chatterton, representing the British High Commission, formally presented the VSC 80/FS Compact Forensic Questioned Document Examination (QDE) Workstation and its components to the ICPC Lagos Office.
Receiving the equipment on behalf of the Commission, the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC) for Lagos State, Mr. Chukwurah Alexander, fsi, described the tool as a valuable addition to the Commission’s investigative arsenal. The high-precision forensic device is specifically designed for the authentication and analysis of documents, a critical need in modern anti-corruption work.
“This donation is a clear demonstration of the shared commitment between Nigeria and the United Kingdom to promote transparency, accountability, and the rule of law,” Mr. Alexander said.
Both institutions emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in enhancing institutional effectiveness and driving technology-based solutions in the fight against corruption.
“This support will further boost our forensic investigation capabilities and contribute significantly to ongoing efforts to curb economic and financial crimes,” added Mr. Alexander.
The donation forms part of a broader UK-Nigeria partnership focused on building technical expertise, equipping public institutions, and reinforcing the legal framework for tackling corruption.
The ICPC Lagos Office expressed deep appreciation to the British High Commission for its continued support and reaffirmed its commitment to putting the new equipment to optimal use in pursuit of its mandate.