2005-2010: Justice Emmanuel O. Ayoola: The Flight of ‘Operation Hawk’ The creation of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in the year 2000 by the government of President Olusegun Obasanjo was a watershed for Nigeria and brought a fresh perspective to the fight against corruption. The Commission’s pioneer Chairman, retired Justice Mustapha Akanbi showed exemplary leadership, courage, and integrity throughout his tenure and positioned the Commission as a trusted government institution. Following the expiration of Justice Akanbi’s tenure, there was an expected move to ensure an…
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