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Corruption in Nigeria

Area of Science:

  • Development Studies
  • African Politics
  • Sociology of NGOs

Background:

  • Nigeria's development sector faces significant challenges.
  • Local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have proliferated rapidly.
  • Understanding the dynamics of these NGOs is crucial for effective development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine corruption within Nigeria's development sector.
  • To analyze the proliferation and practices of local NGOs in Nigeria.
  • To understand the impact and perception of NGOs among ordinary Nigerians.

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  • Grounded in ethnographic case studies.
  • Explores the reasons for NGO proliferation.
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  • Local NGOs in Nigeria have proliferated widely.
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  • The study highlights the complex reality of civil society, democracy, and development in Nigeria.
  • Understanding the nuanced roles and impacts of NGOs is essential for future development strategies.