Corruption as a Social Problem and its Implication on Nigerian Society: A Review of Anticorrupt Policies

Abstract

This paper examines corruption as one of the major social problems in Nigerian society. Though corruption in society is
discussed generally, emphasis is placed on official corruption. The analysis was based on secondary data obtained from text,
newspapers and archival materials. The scope of the paper covers; conceptual analysis, review of anti-corruption policies; a
critique of corruption control efforts in Nigeria; prospect of eradicating corruption in Nigeria, recommendations and conclusion.
This paper presents a critical analysis of government policies on corruption control, the effects of which are not felt by ordinary
Nigerians, suffering from the consequences of corruption and the problems such policies faced. The paper provided possible
recommendations for the elimination of corruption which include among others: professionalization of public service and the
removal of bureaucratic conditions which promotes corruption.