Corruption in Nigeria “will leave country tattered if not controlled,” Bishop Cautions

“The recent revelations about pervasive corruption in some government sectors are terribly worrisome and unfortunate,” Archbishop Kaigama said July 26 during a televised Mass.

State agencies in the West African country have been on the spotlight over allegations of graft. 

The leadership of the Debt Management Office has been accused of misappropriating Naira 1.08billion (US$4.6 million), allegations that the organization's management has refuted.

Last month, following graft allegations, Nigeria’s National Assembly commenced an audit of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), and North East Development Commission (NEDC), among other government sectors.

The Corruption Perception Index by Transparency International ranks Nigeria as the 146^th most corrupt country out of 180 nations sampled.

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Speaking during Bishop Anagbe’s visit, the Superior-General of VIA Christy, Fr. Theophilus Hwande, called on those in authority to desist from abusing power but use it to offer selfless service to the people of God.

The Priest further urged the faithful to embrace the teaching of the Church and have personal encounters with Jesus Christ for positive change in their lives.

Magdalene Kahiu is a Kenyan journalist with passion in Church communication. She holds a Degree in Social Communications from the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA). Currently, she works as a journalist for ACI Africa.