Whistleblower Protection as An Anti-Corruption Tool in Nigeria

Abstract

Corruption gives a few what belongs to all thereby laying the foundation for poverty, crime and erosion of trust in government and its institutions. It is a malaise that has plagued Nigeria for an uncomfortable length of time and its stifling effect can be seen in different sectors and States of the Federation. It is an annoying recurring narrative in the  national discourse of the nation   Different anti-corruption initiatives and agencies such as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) have not been able to effectively tackle the problem. This paper examines the potential of the Whistleblowing Policy to curb corruption in Nigeria and the sustainability of the success of the Whistleblowing Policy.  The paper finds that without a robust legislative framework to protect whistleblowers,the Whistleblowing Policy will suffer serious setbacks.

Keywords: Corruption, Whistleblowing,Whistleblower Protection, Legislation

DOI: 10.7176/JLPG/92-18

Publication date: December 31^st 2019