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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