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“70% of Nigerians Reject Bribes” – UNODC Praises Nigeria’s Progress in Fighting Corruption
Nigeria’s fight against corruption is gaining momentum, with more citizens rejecting corrupt practices and calling for greater accountability, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
During the 2024 International Anti-Corruption Day event held in Abuja, UNODC’s Country Representative, Mr. Cheikh Toure, mentioned promising trends revealed by a recent national corruption survey.
The survey shows that a remarkable 70% of Nigerians, including many young people, have refused to pay bribes at least once when faced with such demands.
This statistic is a clear indication that a culture of integrity is growing, and citizens are standing their ground against unethical practices.
Toure pointed out that this isn’t just a number—it symbolizes a shift in societal attitudes and a determination to break free from corruption’s grip.
One particularly encouraging finding was the rise in formal action against corrupt public officials.
Between 2019 and 2023, cases where official procedures were initiated against corrupt practices jumped from 16% to 45%.
This surge shows that accountability mechanisms are beginning to take root, and people are more willing to report corruption and demand justice.
Even more heartening is the fact that 42% of respondents chose to refuse bribes simply because it was the morally right thing to do.
According to Toure, this ethical stance provides a strong foundation for building sustained anti-corruption efforts.
He emphasized that while progress is evident, much more remains to be done to ensure transparency and integrity become hallmarks of Nigeria’s public sector.
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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