How to combat corruption in Nigeria
Nigeria fell two places to rank 146 out of 180 countries in the 2019 Global Corruption Index by Transparency international. In light of on-going corruption investigation at the Niger Delta Development Commission and the Economic Financial Crimes Commission, Evans Ufeli a Constitutional Lawyer and Rights Advocate joins CNBC Africa to discuss how Nigeria can address its corruption perception.
Tue, 21 Jul 2020 12:21:05 GMT
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- Nigeria's decline in the Global Corruption Index underscores the urgent need to combat corruption.
- Evans Ufeli emphasizes transparency, accountability, and legal reforms as key pillars in the fight against corruption.
- Civil society plays a critical role in demanding good governance and holding corrupt officials accountable.
Nigeria's ranking on the Global Corruption Index by Transparency International fell two places to 146 out of 180 countries in 2019, highlighting the pressing need for the country to combat corruption. Against the backdrop of ongoing investigations at the Niger Delta Development Commission and the Economic Financial Crimes Commission, Evans Ufeli, a Constitutional Lawyer and Rights Advocate, joined CNBC Africa to discuss how Nigeria can address its corruption perception. During the interview, Ufeli emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and legal reforms to tackle corruption effectively. He highlighted the role of civil society in demanding good governance and urged for stronger mechanisms to hold corrupt officials accountable. Ufeli's insights shed light on the challenges and opportunities for Nigeria to combat corruption and rebuild its reputation on the global stage.
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