Universities urged to produce ethical graduates and avoid corruption

Addis Ababa: December 29, 2014 (FBC) – The second University Ethics and Good Governance Movement summit has kicked off yesterday in Jimma University.

 
Federal Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Head Ali Sulieman said universities should pay equal attention to producing ethical graduates as much as training competent ones.

 
He added major construction projects at universities, bids on purchases, student canteen services, etc. should be based on accountability and transparency.

 
FDRE Education Minister Shiferaw Shigute on his part said universities should work with other stakeholders to produce ethical graduates.
The summit will end today after a report by the commission is discussed, identifying weaknesses and strengths and setting future steps to take. (fanabc.com)
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