The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), on the 13th, 15th, and 16th May 2025, led by Dr. Abdullahi Usman Bello, FCCA, CFE, embarked on a strategic media engagement visit to the offices of Daily Trust, Leadership, and Tribune newspapers. These high-level visits aimed at strengthening collaboration with key media stakeholders in promoting ethical governance, enhancing public accountability, and increasing awareness of the Bureau’s mandate.

During the visit, the discussions mainly focused on:

 Digital access to asset declarations

Advocacy for whistleblower protection

Inter-agency collaboration

 Commitment to print media support

 Media collaboration for anti-corruption messaging

 A 50% discount pledged on awareness campaign advertisements in favour of the Bureau

Reinforcing the media’s role in exposing corruption

Advocacy for public education on whistleblowing

Full cooperation pledged, with Dr. Bello hailed as “the new sheriff in town”

These partnerships mark a significant step forward in amplifying the CCB’s mission to entrench transparency, integrity, and accountability across Nigeria’s public service landscape.