By Anamati Inyang –
RismadarVoice Media
December 9, 2025
Today, the world observes International Anti Corruption Day (#IACD25), a day set aside to confront the persistent threats corruption poses to development, justice, and public trust.
The theme for 2025: Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity Highlights the crucial role young people play in promoting accountability, transparency, ethical leadership.
Corruption continues to be a major barrier to progress, globally. From the misappropriation of public funds to unethical governance practices – Its effects are felt across every sector of the society. Nations struggling with corruption often face economic stagnation, weaken institutions, and growing public disillusionment. In Nigeria, decades of mismanagements underscore the urgent need for stronger mechanisms to enforce transparency and civic responsibility.
Youth engagement is central to this fight. Young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow, they are active citizens today. With creativity, digital tools, and social influence, they are uniquely positioned to challenge unethical practices. Through campaigns, advocacies, and strategic use of online platforms, young Nigerians can expose corruption, demand accountability, and influence policy making, meaningfully!
Organizations such as PolicyAlert are amplifying these efforts, demonstrating that integrity is non negotiable. By raising awareness, encouraging whistleblowing, and promoting ethical standards, these initiatives give young citizens a platform to take impactful actions.
International Anti Corruption Day is more than a symbolic event, it is a call to action. Every citizen, especially the youth, has a role to play in championing integrity across governance, business, and community life. Through collective vigilance and ethical leadership, we can build societies where fairness, justice, and opportunity are accessible to all.
Let this day inspire young Nigerians and citizens worldwide to reject corruption and commit to a transparent, accountable future. Integrity begins with us.
