BPSR Unveils 2025 Transparency and Integrity Index to Deepen Accountability in Public Service

The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has unveiled the 2025 edition of its Transparency and Integrity Index (TII), reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to promoting accountability and ethical governance across public institutions.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by Mr. Aliyu Umar, Head of Strategic Communications at the BPSR.

Speaking during the launch, the Director-General of the Bureau, Mr. Dasuki Arabi, described the Index as a crucial instrument for strengthening transparency, integrity, and openness within Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).

“This annual exercise is not merely about figures or rankings,” Arabi said. “It is about nurturing a culture of openness and responsibility that inspires public trust and strengthens democratic governance.”

Now in its fifth edition, the 2025 Index assesses MDAs’ adherence to transparency standards across five key areas — financial management, control of corruption, open procurement, citizens’ engagement, and human resource inclusion.

Arabi explained that the Index was developed in collaboration with the Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI) and aligns with the National Strategy for Public Service Reforms (NSPSR 2021–2025). It also supports the Freedom of Information Act and Nigeria’s commitments under the Open Government Partnership (OGP).

According to him, the initiative complements the efforts of anti-corruption bodies such as the ICPC and the EFCC, while advancing Nigeria’s obligations under the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC).

He further appreciated the support of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, development partners, and stakeholders who have contributed to the success of the reform initiative.

“Together, we are building stronger institutions for a more accountable and prosperous Nigeria,” Arabi said.

Since its inception, the Transparency and Integrity Index has served as a benchmark for evaluating public sector performance, guiding governance reforms, and driving continuous institutional improvement.

It will be recalled that the Federal Government launched the 2024 TII Assessment on October 8, 2024, underscoring its ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability across all public institutions.