Corruption and Its Effects

Understand corruption, its costs and how to resist it.

~16 min Civic Education

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Corruption is the abuse of power or position for private gain.

In this lesson you will:

Define corruption and name common forms.
Explain its effects on society.
Identify ways to resist and report corruption.

Forms of Corruption

Bribery — giving or receiving money to influence a decision.
Embezzlement — stealing money entrusted to you.
Nepotism — favouring relatives in appointments.
Fraud — deception for financial gain.
Examination malpractice — cheating in exams.

Effects

Corruption raises the cost of public projects, drives away investment, weakens institutions and deepens poverty. It also destroys trust in government and in each other.

Resisting It

Refuse to offer or accept bribes. Insist on receipts. Report corruption to the ICPC, EFCC or a trusted authority. Support transparency and keep records.

An everyday test

You are asked to pay a bribe for a document you are legally entitled to.

Refuse, ask for the official fee in writing, and report the request.

Warning Corruption is not "normal" or harmless. It steals from schools, hospitals and roads that everyone needs.

Practice

Define corruption and give three examples.
Explain two effects of corruption on ordinary citizens.
Name two agencies that investigate corruption in Nigeria.

Recap

Corruption diverts public resources and erodes trust. Resist it through transparency, refusal and reporting.

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