Activist reveals 3 most corrupt sectors in Nigeria

• Olarenwaju Suraju, Chairman of HEDA, has labelled the judiciary as one of Nigeria's most corrupt sectors
• Suraju also criticized legislators and government appointees for corruption, citing an incident where rice meant for public distribution was sold instead
• He called on President Tinubu to take decisive action to combat corruption and restore public trust in these institutions

FCT, Abuja - Chairman of the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA), Olanrewaju Suraju, has identified the judiciary as one of the most corrupt sectors in Nigeria.

The anti-corruption expert disclosed this when he spoke exclusively with Legit.ng on Saturday, August 3.

HEDA Chairman, Suraju speaks on corruption in Nigeria Photo credit: @HEDAgenda
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Suraju emphasized that the judiciary, which is supposed to act as a check on other government branches and hold public officials accountable, is instead plagued by corruption.

He said:

“The judiciary is supposed to restrain abuse of office and uphold the rule of law. However, if the judiciary is compromised and its system is as corrupt as reported, it is tough to expect other government arms to respect the law.”

FG urged to reform judiciary

Suraju stressed the need for significant reform within the judiciary.

He urged President Bola Tinubu and anti-corruption agencies to focus their efforts on this critical sector, including judges, registrars, and those involved in the administration of criminal justice.

Suraju criticized the legislative branch and government appointees (Ministers) for their corrupt practices.

He recounted a troubling incident where rice intended for distribution to the public was instead sold in the market by a government minister.

He said:

“This case, where rice meant for the people was sold at market rates instead of being distributed, highlights a serious issue."The lack of decisive action from the president on such matters encourages continued sabotage and mismanagement, as seen in the Beta Edu case.”

Tinubu urged to take necessary actions

Suraju called on the president to take decisive action against corruption within these sectors.

He stressed that effective change requires addressing these issues head-on to prevent further public trust erosion and improve governance.

He said:

“The president must act decisively to address corruption and restore faith in these critical institutions."

Edo LG chairman impeached over N1.7bn budget padding allegation

In another development, Legit.ng reported that the legislative branch of Egor Local Government Area in Edo state had impeached the council’s chairman, Hon. Eghe Ogbemudia, over allegations of budget padding and other corrupt activities.

This decision followed a vote of no confidence in the chairman during a council legislative session on Tuesday, July 16.

Source: Legit.ng