ASSESSING THE DETERRENT EFFECT OF PUNISHMENT ON SYSTEMIC CORRUPTION IN NIGERIA: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
), Kemi Beatrice Omodanisi(2),
(1) LLB (OAU), BL, LLM (Nottingham), M.Phil. (OAU), Policy Analyst, Government of Alberta, Canada, email- ifeoluwaetomilade@gmail.com, previous affiliation- Research Fellow, Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Lagos, Nigeria.
(2) LLB (Jos), BL, LLM (Lagos), SeniorResearchFellow, Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Lagos, Nigeria, email- greatkemii@gmail.com
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Abstract
This study examines the deterrent effect of punishment on systemic corruption in Nigeria using a doctrinal research approach. Through a critical analysis of existing laws, institutions and judicial decisions, this research investigates whether punishment serves as effective deterrent to corruption. The paper reviews the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (Establishment) Act, 2004, among other relevant legislation. It also examines landmark cases and judicial pronouncements on corruption. The findings suggest that while this legal framework is a necessary component of anti-corruption efforts, its deterrent effect is weakened by inconsistent application, corruption within the justice system, and inadequate witness protection. The paper concludes that a more robust and consistently applied punishment regime, coupled with institutional reforms, is essential to effectively deter systemic corruption in Nigeria.
Keywords
Corruption, Plea bargain; Nigerian Constitution; Administration of Criminal Justice Act; Punishment
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