The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences, ICPC sought collaboration of the Nigerian Police to tackle corruption in the force.
The ICPC Chairman Bolaji Owasanoye made the call when he led a management team of the commission to the Inspector-General of Police Muhammed Adamu in Abuja.
Anti-graft agency Spokesperson Rasheedat Okoduwa who made this known in a statement cited the recent sting operation between the ICPC and the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC that led to the arrest of some marshals involved in extortion of motorists.
He stressed the importance of collaboration among law enforcement agencies to stem the tide of corruption in the country, saying that if replicated on deviant policemen, it would help correct some of the public perception of corruption in the Police.
On his part, the Police Boss assured the commission of continued support to enhance its functions. He said no agency has all the resources needed to carry out its assignments, hence the need for the collaboration and support.
