In 2023, public officials in Nigeria directly requested 54% of all bribes

Public officials in Nigeria directly requested 54% of all bribes in 2023

In 2023, 54% of bribes in Nigeria were directly solicited by public officials, while 23% involved subtle hints or indirect demands. Bribes were commonly exchanged in specific locations, with 36% occurring in the homes of public officials and 35% on the streets. These patterns highlight widespread and deeply entrenched corruption across different spheres of interaction.

Source:

Corruption in Nigeria: Patterns and Trends, National Bureau of Statistics.

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