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Corruption in Nigeria survey reveals far-reaching impact

Corruption in Nigeria survey reveals far-reaching impact. Image: UNODC

The first-ever household survey on bribery in Nigeria, launched recently in Abuja, revealed the scope and impact of bribery on citizens when in contact with public officials. Conducted by UNODC and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the research finds that on average, almost one bribe is paid by every adult citizen per year to public officials and that the average amount paid in cash for a bribe is equivalent to a fourth of the average monthly salary.[Read More]

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Lake Chad Basin: integrating gender dimensions to fight terrorism

Lake Chad Basin: integrating gender dimensions to fight terrorism. Image: UNODC

Terrorism continues to pose a major threat to peace and security in Central Africa. Terrorist groups such as Boko Haram commit grave violations of human rights. Women and girls are used as suicide bombers, messengers, spies, smugglers, recruiters, providers of funds. To assist States in strengthening the effectiveness of their criminal justice responses to terrorism and ensuring that women's rights are respected OHCHR organized a sub-regional workshop.[Read More]

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UNODC advocates a balanced, evidence and human rights based approach to drug control in Nigeria

UNODC advocates a balanced, evidence and human rights based approach to drug control in Nigeria. Image: UNODC

The right to health is one of the fundamental human rights, enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In line with both, the Government Nigeria has put in place measures to tackle the issue of drug demand in the country; however, drug treatment concentrated in capital cities remains expensive, with few civil society organizations having limited capacity and funding to respond to drug use disorders.[Read More]

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