Pedro Dennis’s Journey of Transformation and Integrity – Written by Arinze Chijioke (Creative Storytelling Fellow)

Pedro Dennis's appointment as the founding principal of the Government Science and Technological College Swali in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, marked the pinnacle of his distinguished career as an educator. Known for his leadership, proven track record, and unwavering integrity, Dennis began his educational journey as head of the Mechanical Department at a technical college in Bayelsa from 2000 to 2018. His administrative skills were further honed as vice principal at Government Science and Technical College, Okaka, preparing him to transform [...]

Nuhu Baba: Upholding Academic Integrity – Written by Aisha Gambo (Creative Storytelling Fellow)

Sexual bribery for grades has become a pervasive issue in Nigerian tertiary institutions, posing a significant barrier to quality education delivery. This unethical practice, predominantly perpetrated by some individuals within academia, exploits students' aspirations to excel in exams or secure passing grades. A 2019 World Bank Group study revealed alarming statistics: 70 percent of female graduates from surveyed institutions reported experiencing sexual harassment, with peers and lecturers as the primary perpetrators. Conversely, some female students also attempt to influence grades [...]

Unveiling Corruption: One Woman’s Battle for Immunization in Nigeria – Written by Abdulrazaq Hassan (Creative Storytelling Fellow)

Immunization is a highly effective way to reduce child mortality rates globally. However, nearly 2.5 million children in Nigeria annually do not receive their required immunization doses, and an additional 500,000 children remain unvaccinated due to limited access to vaccines, healthcare worker shortages, lack of vaccine storage facilities, and the mismanagement of funds by health workers. The mismanagement of immunization funds jeopardizes children's health in many communities and has far-reaching implications for their future well-being. This corruption leads to roughly [...]

Eucharia Okoro: A Beacon of Integrity in Nigeria’s Public Healthcare System – Written by Adisa-Jaji Azeez (Creative Storytelling Fellow)

Public service in Nigeria is often marred by corruption, ranging from misconduct to bribery and document falsification. Government workers are frequently perceived as the most corrupt, making individuals committed to discipline, integrity, and diligence rare exceptions. One of these exceptions is Eucharia Okoro. Eucharia, 60, is a medical records officer at Kubwa General Hospital in Abuja. A widowed mother of seven from Ehime-Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, Eucharia has dedicated her years of service to leading by example, [...]

Combatting Corruption in Nigerian Procurement: Calls for Transparency and Reform – Written by Matthew Ogune (Creative Storytelling Fellow)

On October 17, 2023, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, revealed that Nigerian taxpayers lost N2.9 trillion between 2018 and 2020 due to contract and procurement fraud alone. Olukoyede made this startling revelation during his Senate screening and confirmation hearing, highlighting that the amount lost could have funded the construction of at least 1,000 kilometers of roads, built nearly 200 standard tertiary institutions, or educated approximately 6,000 children from primary to tertiary levels at [...]

Philip Ezegbulam: Upholding Integrity Against Corruption in Nigeria’s Police Service Commission – Written by Ekemini Simon (Creative Storytelling Fellow)

"What!" Philip Ezegbulam unconsciously screamed when the news broke.  The 59-year-old public servant couldn't believe his ears. In his 22 years at the Police Service Commission (PSC) in Abuja, he had dismissed similar rumors in disbelief due to his faith in the Service. However, the truth he feared most was unfolding before his eyes. Established in 2001, the Police Service Commission recruits and maintains disciplinary control over Nigeria Police Force personnel. As the force upholds law and order in society, [...]

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