Youth commitment – anti-corruption in Nigeria

It’s always good to have articles which highlight the better elements of anti-corruption programs such as supporting anti-corruption efforts for youth. Just recently, as was reported on by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission,  they highlighted the “pivotal role of Nigerian youths in the ongoing fight against corruption, describing them as high-value assets in the national anti-corruption movement.”

This approach is part of broader concept with government and civil society jointly developing programming such as creation of anti-corruption clubs in schools,  developing educational curricula as well as an app called Step-Up Nigeria Mobile App, aiming to provide young Nigerians with easy access to anti-corruption resources and education.

What is good about these initiatives is that children and youth have a multiplier effect on society, as they influence their families as well as actively learning about the costs of corruption, which develops into a greater understanding of corruption as they grow older. The key though is to ensure that these initiatives are not simply bright shiny objects, such as apps which stop working when funding vanishes, as well as one off programs, as anti-corruption clubs in schools, also ending when there is no more monetary support.  As I noted a few weeks ago , the concept of sustainability is not very exciting, but it is essential in all development work. Consistent educational programs within country curricula are the best structurally, and in countries like Nigeria such programming provide future anti-corruption warriors. t-against-corruption-icpc-chairman/

Link:

https://icpc.gov.ng/youths-key-to-winning-the-fight-against-corruption-icpc-chairman/