The task of effectively discharging the proactive disclosure obligation under FOIA or responding to requests for information promptly is a shared responsibility within IPCR. However, IPCR manages compliance with its FOIA obligations through an FOI Unit. The FOI Unit, is headed by IPCR’s FOIA Contact, and is mandated to:

•  Ensure the proactive disclosure of relevant information on a periodic basis. 
•  Review FOIA applications for access to information and records.
•  Ensure that applications are brought to the notice of the appropriate directorate department, section or unit within IPCR as quickly as possible. 
•  Liaise with IPCR’s directorates,  departments, sections and units to address requests.
• Consult, where necessary, with other stakeholders in and outside IPCR on FOIA-related matters. 
•  Ensure the appropriate timely response to all requests in collaboration with the Legal Department. 
•  Determine the standard charges for document duplication and fees transcription where necessary for responding to any request. 
•  Record all FOI requests and the action(s) taken.
• Prepare and submit the annual FOI Report for the preceding year to the Attorney-General of the Federation on or before 1st February each year.
• Ensure that IPCR’s annual FOI Report is made available to the public