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Corruption index: EFCC kicks as Transparency International rates Nigeria low

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has condemned the 2019 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) released by Transparency International, TI, which ranked Nigeria 146 out of 180 countries analysed.

The commission further faults the poor rating as baseless, and describes as appalling, the bogus and ambiguous criteria used by TI to arrive at what can best be described as a jaundiced and illogical rating.

“We insist that the rating is a far cry from the evident strides and achievements so far accomplished by the anti-graft agency in the fight against corruption, particularly under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari,” the EFCC said.

The head of the anti-corruption Auwal Musa Rafsanjani had, while addressing journalists on Thursday, said that Nigeria scored 26 out of 100 points, dropping from the 27 points that it has maintained since 2017.

He blamed Nigeria’s poor outing on selective adherence to the rule of law and corruption in political parties.

A report by the Transparency International said, “Our analysis also suggests that reducing big money in politics and promoting inclusive political decision-making are essential to curb corruption.

“From fraud that occurs at the highest levels of government to petty bribery that blocks access to basic public services like healthcare and education, citizens are fed up with corrupt leaders and institutions.”

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