Economic and Financial Crime Commision Efcc and Control of Corruption in Nigerian Republic Service
Student: Umar Abubakar Kalid (Project, 2025)
Department of Political Science
Sokoto State University, Sokoto, Sokoto State
Abstract
Abstract
This study examines the role of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) in controlling corruption in the Nigerian public service. Corruption has been a major challenge to Nigeria's development, undermining governance and economic growth. The EFCC, established in 2003, is a key anti-corruption agency tasked with investigating and prosecuting economic and financial crimes. This study assesses the EFCC's impact on corruption control, identifying challenges and suggesting improvements. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study finds that the EFCC has made significant strides in combating corruption, but faces challenges such as inadequate funding, political interference, and limited capacity. The study recommends strengthening the EFCC's autonomy, enhancing its capacity, and promoting interagency collaboration to improve its effectiveness in controlling corruption in the Nigerians
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- Abdul-Gusau Polytechnic, Talata-Mafara, Zamfara State 3
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State 24
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State 71
- Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State 3
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State 15
- Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi State. (affiliated To Atbu Bauchi) 1
- Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State 6
- Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa State 8
- Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State 26
- Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State 1