Fake companies: Some people making an attempt to intimidate, blackmail us – ICPC

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has vowed to accentuate its ongoing investigations, declaring that it’ll not be discouraged by alleged makes an attempt to intimidate the company or harm its popularity.

The Commission disclosed that it had obtained credible intelligence indicating that some disgruntled people had been allegedly planning a misinformation and blackmail marketing campaign geared toward discrediting its operations and weakening public confidence in its anti-corruption actions.

In an announcement signed by its spokesperson, J. Okor Odey, ICPC stated “The plot is connected to the ongoing investigations into suspected fraudulent agencies and other high-profile cases involving politically exposed persons.

“The Commission has nothing to cover and stays dedicated to finishing up our statutory duties with professionalism, independence and impartiality.”

The agency stressed that “all ongoing investigations can be pursued with willpower and in accordance with due course of and the rule of regulation.”

It further warned that “no particular person or group, regardless of political affect, social place or financial standing, can be permitted to intervene with professional investigations or affect their outcomes.”

The ICPC also emphasised that while it recognises the importance of public scrutiny and constructive criticism, it would not tolerate attempts to obstruct investigations or intimidate officers performing their lawful duties.

Reaffirming its commitment to the fight against corruption, the Commission said it would remain focused on protecting the public interest, strengthening accountability and ensuring that ongoing cases are handled with renewed determination.

The agency reiterated that neither blackmail, misinformation nor deliberate attempts to undermine its credibility would distract it from fulfilling its anti-corruption mandate.