Section 5: Commission.

(1) The object for which the Commission is established is to investigate instances of alleged or suspected corruption referred to it by any person or authority or which has come to its attention, whether by complaint or otherwise and to take such steps as may be necessary for the eradication or suppression of corrupt practices. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of subsection (1), it shall be the function of the Commission— a. to examine the practices and procedures of Government Ministries, departments and other public bodies, in order to secure a revision of those practices and procedures which, in the opinion of the Commissioner, may lead to corrupt practices, and to advise the heads of such Ministries, departments and other public bodies thereon; b. to instruct, advise and assist any person or authority on ways in which corrupt practices may be reduced or eliminated; c. to educate the public against the evils of corruption; and d. to enlist and foster public support in combating corruption. (3) The Commission may declined to conduct an investigation into any complaint alleging an offence under this Act or to proceed further with any investigation if the Commission is satisfied that— a. the complaint is frivolous or vexatious; or b. the investigation would be unnecessary or futile. (4) Where the Commission declines to conduct an investigation or proceed further with any investigation into any complaint, the Commission shall inform the complainant, in writing if practicable, of its decision but shall not be bound to assign any reason for its decision. Protection of complainants and penalty for false report.