ICPC Uncovers 908 Ghost Workers Across Federal MDAs
Nigeria’s Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered a nationwide payroll fraud involving 908 ghost workers across more than 50 federal MDAs, recovering about ₦942 million in fraudulent salaries. The Nigeria Police Force accounts for the largest share with 570 suspected fake workers, and investigations, sparked by pension irregularities in 2024, remain ongoing as officials say relatives and associates were sometimes listed to divert funds and reform measures like IPPIS are being pursued.
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About Nigeria Police Force
The Nigeria Police Force is the principal law enforcement and the lead security agency in Nigeria. It was designated by the 1999 constitution as the national police of Nigeria, with exclusive jurisdiction throughout the country. As at 2021, it had a staff strength of about 371,800. There are currently plans to increase the force to 650,000, adding 280,000 new recruits to the existing 370,000. The Nigeria Police Force is a very large organisation consisting of 36 State commands and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) grouped into 17 zones and 8 administrative organs. As of February 2026, the NPF is headed by IGP Tunji Disu. In 2020, it underwent major overhauls.
Everything about Nigeria Police Force →- Country
- Nigeria
- Headquarters
- Abuja
- Inception
- 1930
- Website
- http://www.npf.gov.ng/