The Federal Character Commission (FCC) has stepped up its campaign against job racketeering while reinforcing measures to ensure fairness and equity in federal recruitment processes across Nigeria.
Speaking at a press conference in Ibadan on Tuesday, the Oyo State Commissioner of the FCC, Ayodeji Abass-Aleshinloye, said the Commission is undergoing a strategic transformation aimed at making it more responsive, visible, and impactful nationwide.
He explained that deliberate efforts have been made to reposition the Commission in Oyo State from what was once perceived as a misunderstood federal agency into an institution that actively delivers on its mandate.
According to him, tackling corruption in recruitment remains a top priority. He stressed that the Commission has taken a firm stance against job racketeering and is committed to eliminating such practices.
“Job racketeering has no place in our system, and under our watch, it will remain a thing of the past,” he said.
On regulatory compliance, Abass-Aleshinloye disclosed that the FCC has intensified its monitoring activities across federal institutions to ensure strict adherence to its guidelines. He noted that this effort is critical to promoting fairness, equity, and national unity as enshrined in the Constitution.
The Commissioner also revealed that the Commission, under the leadership of its Executive Chairman, Ayo Hulayat Omidiran, has introduced a digital platform to enhance transparency and efficiency. The platform, he said, will support real-time monitoring, reporting, recruitment updates, and public access to information on FCC activities nationwide.
He added that ongoing reforms are also targeting the Commission’s broader mandate of ensuring equitable distribution of infrastructure and social amenities, with renewed focus on grassroots implementation.
Highlighting developments in Oyo State, Abass-Aleshinloye noted that the Commission has facilitated federal employment opportunities for residents, describing the progress as part of a broader national agenda to expand access.
He reaffirmed his commitment to transparency, accountability, and public engagement, urging Nigerians to take greater interest in the Commission’s activities.
“We remain committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equity, and justice for all,” he said.