Crime
Sexual harassment attracts 7 years prison term, ICPC warns lecturers, others
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), says sexual harassment is a corrupt practice that can result in a seven-year prison sentence.
Mr. Clifford Oparaodu, the Commission’s Secretary, issued the warning in Abuja during a One Day Sensitization Workshop on Sexual Harassment in Tertiary Institutions.
READ ALSO: Teacher, 2 others arrested over alleged sexual molestation of 3-year-old pupil
He said that the ICPC considers sexual harassment to be a corrupt practice, thus victims must be aware of their rights and how to seek justice.
He expressed concern that sexual enjoyment had become “illegal tender” in many institutions.
“Sexual harassment is a form of corruption. It is a deviation from the norm for an official to use his/her office or position to demand, receive, obtain, or attempt to obtain any form of sexual gratification for him to perform his duties.
“Ideally, official duties ought to be carried out with integrity, good conscience, and diligence without the expectation of any unlawful benefit,” he said.
-
Aviation6 days agoAviation Crackdown: NCAA suspends services to Air Peace, Ibom Air, nine others
-
Business4 days agoNigeria gets 2026 Toyota RAV4 as Toyota-By-CFAO sets Lagos launch date
-
Featured7 days agoNigeria under siege as presidency focuses on 2027 re-election amid worsening insecurity
-
Featured4 days agoEx-Police chiefs’ governorship bids spark debate over source of political funding
-
Editorial Opinion3 days agoUnder the Uniform: The urgent need for mental health, substance abuse screening for officers
-
Football1 week agoFIFA grants tier 1 status to 2026 Unity Cup in London, elevate diaspora tournament to full international level
-
Featured1 week agoPolitical gamble backfires as ex-ministers lose governorship bids after leaving Tinubu cabinet
-
Aviation6 days agoFAAN meets international airlines to improve airport operations, passenger experience