History is replete with political leaders in different continents of the world who have, at different points in time, demonstrated subversive and manipulative tendencies in order to remain in power.
For our summer issue, the authors critically discuss the role of corruption in Nigeria and Africa more broadly. We explore its visible effects on infrastructure, public services, and economic growth; we delve into government offices and bureaucratic institutions where bribery and nepotism thrive; we discuss how corruption distorts markets, and perpetuates inequality; and we unpack how this leads to the erosion of trust, social tensions, and the brain drain phenomenon.
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