The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) recently interrogated former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, for over five hours at their headquarters in Abuja.
The questioning revolved around allegations of contract irregularities and job racketeering during his tenure at the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF).
The ICPC's investigation into Ngige is part of a broader probe into the NSITF, which had previously seen top officials summoned regarding a controversial N47 million gratuity paid to the immediate past Managing Director, Maureen Allagoa, while she was still in service.
A source familiar with the matter confirmed, "He was invited, he showed up and was released on Wednesday night."
Ngige's interrogation covered multiple issues, including the award of contracts and the implementation of the e-NSITF system, which had received approval from the Federal Executive Council (FEC). ICPC spokesman Demola Bakare confirmed the former minister's release post-interrogation, stating, "He was invited and interrogated on some issues and was released to go."
The mission of the ICPC is to support the development and implementation of effective policies and programs aimed at reducing crime and delinquency, reinforcing community safety, and addressing corruption within public bodies.
The commission's primary function includes receiving and investigating public complaints about corrupt practices and prosecuting offenders when necessary. It also examines and reviews systems and procedures within public bodies that may facilitate corruption.
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