Network Against Corruption and Trafficking
| Abbreviation | NACAT |
|---|---|
| Type | Civil society organization |
| Legal status | Registered under Part "C" of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, Cap C20, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 |
| Purpose | Combating corruption, financial crimes, terrorism, economic sabotage, human and drug trafficking |
| Location | |
| Website | nacatinitiative |
Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT) is a Nigerian civil society organization focused on addressing corruption, financial crimes, terrorism, economic sabotage, human trafficking, and drug trafficking.[1]
Activities
[edit]NACAT also promotes governance, transparency, the rule of law, and the security and well-being of Nigerians in the pursuit of nation-building.[1][2]
The organization collaborated with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) to conduct sensitization campaigns against drug abuse, human trafficking, and corruption.[3][4][5][6]
In September 2023, the organization in partnership with NDLEA carried out a sensitization exercise against the use of hard drugs in Abuja community known as Abattoir.[6]
In October 2023, NACAT carried out human signpost sensitization in Nyanya area of Abuja to alight Nigerians on the effect of drugs abuse.[7] [8]
Awareness Program at Baze University (October 2024). During the university's Career Week, NACAT conducted a session on "Financially Motivated Sexual Extortion and Trafficking." Topics included cyberbullying, sextortion, and the dangers of trafficking. The organization shared global case studies and offered online safety tips while presenting its "See Something, Say Something" campaign.[9][10] [11]
NACAT has been involved in rescuing trafficking victims, such as a Nigerian woman trafficked to Oman.[12]
Whistle-blowing and advocacy
[edit]NACAT engaged in whistle-blowing and advocacy to expose corruption cases involving Nigerian politicians. The organization petitioned law enforcement agencies and pursued legal action against the accused to promote justice and transparency.[13][14][15]
In May 2023, the organization petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged financial impropriety against Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River. The Spokesperson for NACAT, Mr Iteveh Ekpokpobe, in a news conference in Abuja cited an audit report of the state treasury between 2015 and 2020, accusing Ayade of squandered state resources.[16][17]
In January 2024, it held a press conference appealing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address the delay in the investigation of former Governor of Cross River State, Prof. Ben Ayade, over corruption allegations.[18]
In April 2024, NACAT submitted to the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions various outstanding corruption petitions against some heads and top officials of agencies in Nigeria. [19]
Charity work
[edit]In 2022, the organization conducted charity programs in Abuja as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, extending support to the local community.[20]
In 2023, the organization initiated a scheme it called 8k Palliative where it's staff were visiting vulnerable families to donated N8,000 to them.
In 2023, the organization adopted the Poorest of the Poor Rehabilitation Center (ANAWIM Home) as its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) beneficiary. It donated food, toiletries, and financial aid to orphans, and individuals facing mental health challenges at the orphanage facility.[21]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Ibeh, Ifeanyi (5 April 2023). "NACAT partners EFCC, ICPC to hold walk against corruption, trafficking in Abuja". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ Nnabuife, Collins (9 September 2023). "NACAT partners NDLEA to sensitize Abuja community on drug abuse". Tribune Online. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ "Drugs are transported to Abuja concealed in cows - NACAT". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 10 September 2023. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ Ejike, Ejike (10 September 2023). "NACAT Partners NDLEA To Sensitize Abuja Community On Hard Drugs". Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ "Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT) Archives". Peoples Gazette. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ a b "NACAT, NDLEA Sensitise Abuja Community Against Hard Drugs - News Agency Of Nigeria". 9 September 2023. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ "Unmasking Corruption and Drug Trafficking: Staff of NACAT..." 30 October 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ "Unmasking Corruption and Drug Trafficking: Staff of NACAT..." 30 October 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ "NACAT Sensitizes Students On Sextortion, Trafficking". 10 October 2024. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ Meshioye, David (11 October 2024). "NACAT raises alarm over rate of sextortion in Nigeria". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ Joke, Falaju (11 October 2024). "NACAT raises alarm over rate of sextortion in Nigeria". The Guardian. Retrieved 12 October 2024.
- ^ Nwachukwu, John Owen (11 October 2024). "Sextortion, trafficking: Consequences are devastating - NACAT warns Nigerian students". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ Olasanmi, Olakunle (28 August 2023). "NACAT Drags CCB, Others To Court Over Declaration Of Assets". Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ "Group Petitions EFCC, ICPC over Alleged Looting of N500bn in C'River". Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ "CSO asks EFCC, ICPC to investigate Akpabio's tenure as A'Ibom governor". 24 May 2023. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ Olokor, Friday (2 May 2023). "Alleged N500bn scam: CSO writes EFCC, ICPC, demands Ayade's probe". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ "Group Petitions EFCC, ICPC over Alleged Looting of N500bn in C'River". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ Bankole, Idowu (29 January 2024). "Corruption Allegations: Address delay in Ayade's probe, CSO begs Tinubu". Vanguard News. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ Nwachukwu, John Owen (2 April 2024). "Corruption: We've submitted petitions against heads, top officials of agencies - NACAT". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 10 December 2024.
- ^ "NACAT takes Anti-corruption, human trafficking campaign to Abuja villages, distributes food items - Advocate.ng". 20 December 2022. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ Abuchi, Joe (13 December 2023). "CSR: Group adopts rehabilitation center, donates food items, toiletries". THE AUTHORITY NEWS. Retrieved 10 December 2024.