Lawmakers in Anambra State have approved legislation creating a dedicated anti-corruption body to scrutinize financial misconduct tied to public assets, with the measure set to take effect February 17 following a unanimous voice vote in the assembly.
The Anambra State Public Complaints, Financial Crimes and Anti-Corruption Commission Bill passed its third reading on Thursday, empowering the new entity to investigate graft cases and assume control from other agencies within the state.
Majority Leader Ikenna Ofodeme proposed the final reading, seconded by Deputy Minority Leader Nobel Igwe, after amendments were reviewed in committee.
Presiding Speaker Somtochukwu Udeze hailed the joint panel’s work before the approval, noting the commission’s reporting duties.
“The commission is also mandated to submit regular progress reports to both the Office of the Governor and the Anambra State House of Assembly,” Udeze said.
He added: “Special care will be taken to investigate any administrative act that appears to be contrary to established laws and regulations.”
The law includes protections against unjust administrative actions, aiming to bolster accountability in a region where corruption allegations have long plagued governance.
