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I don't know the ideology behind the 101 in ur moniker but it's a sign of culture, respect, maturity etc. Am not sure you belong to the class.

Eggheader101:
. what is this one saying again? abeg shift joor. Ozuo

fratermathy:
Exactly the mindset that allows corruption to fester in the Nigerian society!!! What a pity for this generation!

the case of kwara is the same with lagos,just as the sarakis hold kwara at ransom so do the tinubus hold lagos and the southwest to ransom.abuja should drag the first position with lagos since it is a den of thieves.

this write up is rubbish. benue state not mentioned..the corruption in benue state touches the little ones to tell how worst it is....

firstking01:
Education is a thing of choice...so, the op might be right after all.

ok Let's. accept that education is a thing of choice... Then, a little child that has never been to school should be allowed to make the choices of wanting to go to school or not. those northern almajiris never got the chance to know the importance of education thus there leaders should be blamed for it. To me, I will assess corruption based on educational preferences By a state rather than infrastructural development. The worst form of corruption is depriving people the opportunity to know about themselves, environment and the supreme being. the only thing that can offer those is education.

Op, wat about Osun state abi Na State of Osun according to Aregbe (2012).
D state is corrupt abi ur searchlight didn't shine enof to reveal this

ABOKI9ja:
Dont blame government for North's illiteracy though it has some certains vital to play but it provides schools, most of our states are on free Education from primary to secondary for boys and from primary to tertiary institution for girls. What do you exactly want from government? And mind you never believe with Media the illiteracy is not much as your thought

the chunk of the blame should be on the northern government... Yea, they are trying but alot still has to be done. if the south could be more pro education why can't the north cue in they should try more to make education more acceptable in that region. they are trying but a lot still has to be done.

Timoodi:
op,do you hate Niger delta that much, look at your list critically and tell me how you came up It

I am from the Niger Delta so remove hate from it. I'm speaking reality.

Manueleee:
U include d niger\delta because d are enjoyin dia free gift of d nature, knwin fully its d northerns dat pack money 4rm dia. I was expectin 2 see adamawa in ur list.

Who exactly is enjoying the gift? The suffering people in creeks and villages? Or the polithiefians at Asaba and Abuja?

Be specific whenever you want to justify corruption.

Eggheader101:
.why do you always smoke whenever you wnt to make use of ur brain?is ebonyi state more corrupt than the cursed delta state?.is ebonyi more corrupt than Lagos state,an empire of tinubu the drug lord?,what of Oyo state,Ogun and osun state with IDP camps.plsss the next time you wnt to show ur m*dness online,please don't dare mention ebonyi state.rubbish

Your point being?

Okay. Ebonyi is not corrupt Oga Egghead.

You can now go and edit your comment.

Eggheader101:
. my brother, you should have ignored

Kindly delete or edit your provocative comments or I promise you that your account will be banned.

I give you a few hours.

African101:
What about Ogun state?

may God bless you, u just spoke my mind.

ozoebuka1:
the chunk of the blame should be on the northern government... Yea, they are trying but alot still has to be done. if the south could be more pro education why can't the north cue in they should try more to make education more acceptable in that region. they are trying but a lot still has to be done.

your reply shows that you know something about the North. The problem is people to accept Modern Education, i know a whole family that dont send their children to Schools except Islamic school thats to say Government should not be blame. Just recently governor of Kaduna declared modern education as Compulsory

fratermathy:
This is a 2017 list of the most corrupt States in Nigeria. Corruption, as well all know, is endemic to Nigeria. It has affected every nook and cranny of the nation so much that you find it in government, schools, markets, homes, sports, business, religion, and virtually every aspect of Nigerian life. The current Nigerian President has expressed his devotion towards the fight against corruption in the country. However, corruption is so endemic that it may take years, decades even, for it to be eradicated from the psyches of Nigerians. As it stands now, the average Nigerian always looks for ways to cut corners, make things faster, get special consideration, etc, and these amount to various corrupt practices. Let's not even talk of massive looting of public funds, nepotism, bribery, and other massive forms of corruption that occurs at the governmental levels. In this list, I present the most corrupt States in Nigeria with a view to exposing them for all to see so that the people in the States, as well as their leaders, can assess themselves and rebuild their States for the better. In making this list, I considered the various strands of corruption and their density per State, based on available data from the internet and other sources. I am not eulogising the act of corruption but condemning it through an expose of corrupt States, as a shame to the leaders. It is also to be noted that no Nigerian State or the Federal Government, for that matter, is totally free of corrupt practices. The Federal Civil Service has some of Nigeria's most corrupt individuals. However, the States presented below are so corrupt that they dwarf the combined corrupt practices of other Nigerian States, put together.

1. Delta State

This should come as no surprise to keen observers. Delta State is officially the most corrupt Nigerian State. Since the return of democracy in 1999, this State has been plagued by corrupt leaders who have amassed wealth for themselves at the expense of the masses. In fact, corruption is so ingrained in the psyche of Deltans that corrupt leaders that build one or two roads and bridges are seen as heroes!!! In Delta State, corruption occurs at all levels. In governance, corruption manifests through the awards of phantom contracts, inflation of prices of contracts, amassment of public wealth for personal use, diversion of public funds, electoral malpractice, and so much more. The State Civil Service is very corrupt and civil servants are known to collect bribes for little things as vehicle license registration, among others. In terms of Education, corruption is rife as obvious in the high amount of "miracle centres" in the State where monies are collected from students to enable them to pass their examinations. This trend extends to the State University at Abraka. In fact, the average Deltan sees corruption as nothing. Internet fraud is high in cities such as Warri, Asaba, Ughelli, Sapele, Abraka, and other towns across the State. "Yahoo-Yahoo" or "Gee" as it is called, it socially acceptable in this State. The average Waffarian wants to defraud you (yes, it's true! I am one)! For over 25 years of the state, there has been no true development whatsoever and the irony is that this is an Oil Producing State and one of the richest in Nigeria! Even employment is done on the basis of nepotism and bribery! Delta State is floating in a sea of corruption and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has not shone its light there for a long time.

2. Rivers State

This state has always ranked high in corruption in Nigeria. Since the outset of the Fourth Republic in 1999, Rivers State has been transformed into a haven of corruption. Corruption exists in various forms and across all levels of governance. The most corrupt public office holders in this state are the House of Assembly members, Local Government Chairmen, Councillors and Civil Servants, including Permanent Secretaries. Corruption manifests in the award of phantom contracts, inflation of prices of contracts, misuse of funds for constituency projects, amassment of public wealth, fraud, bribery, electoral malpractice, Godfatherism, and much more. Often taunted as the Rivers of Blood, violence is rife in this State and violence occurs because the leaders are not willing to let go of the perks of power. This is also one of the richest States in Nigeria, as well as an Oil Producing State. However, funds meant for the development of communities, towns, and cities, are diverted to personal use. From corrupt schools and idle youths to corrupt governmental agencies and workers, Rivers State doesn't show a lack of corruption.

3. Bayelsa State

Bayelsa State is also one of the Oil Producing States in Nigeria where corruption has become endemic. Bayelsa is a small state of only 8 Local Government Areas. However, there are no signs of development and human capital development despite the large amount of money that this State receives every month. The State capital is in a ramshackle state, the riverine areas are an eyesore. With constant gas flares and other forms of environmental pollution, fishing and farming are almost impossible for the people and the government virtually does nothing to ameliorate the plight of the people. Corruption in this State is endemic to the government but still manifests in other sectors. Secondary schools extort students of thousands in the name of "miracle centres". Local Government Chairmen, Councillors, and House of Assembly Members, only care for their pockets and nothing else. Contract awards are hijacked, monies are eaten, jobs are undone, public wealth amassed, etc. This is a State that has all it takes to become the Dubai of Nigeria if only corruption can be eradicated.

4. Kwara State

This is a State in Nigeria's predominantly conservative North, specifically North Central region. For a very long time now, this State has been under the control of a powerful cabal whose leader acts as a Godfather to all politicians in the State and therefore, is the de facto leader of the State. The Godfatherism may not have been too much of a problem if other indices of corruption are not accompanied with it. In Kwara State, development is at a standstill due to massive looting of public funds and the inability of the government to do anything without permission from the State's ultimate leader. Religion plays a huge role in this State's corruption as one cannot aspire far in politics without being in a particular religion. Religion comes to play in employment, appointment and other perks of government. Monies meant for contracts and other infrastructural developments are amassed and put to personal use as well as for political patronage. House of Assembly members, Local Government Chairmen, Councillors, and other leaders, are virtually pawns and do nothing other than what they are told to do. Corruption in this State has eaten so deep that there are no roads, good schools, bridges, infrastructure, and other indices of development. The gap between the political elite and the honest salary earner is so big and poverty is rife. This is a state where the ruling cabal live their lives like kings while the voters suffer in silence!

5. Imo State

Imo State is at the heart of the very vibrant Nigerian South-East. It is an Oil Producing State and also counted as one of the Niger Deltan States in Nigeria. This is a State with lots of potentials yet virtually nothing exists to show for it. The various administrations in the State since the return of democracy have turned the State into a potpourri of corruption. Corruption is so endemic that it manifests in virtually all aspects of the society. Political corruption manifests in the form of inflation of contracts, abandonment of contracts, amassment of wealth by public office holders, award of phantom projects, etc. Fraud is also rife in this State, with the youths taking to it as if it is an official engagement. Civil servants are known to collect bribes, schools extort students, and so much more. A serious re-orientation is needed if corruption is to be honestly fought in this state.

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The list above comprises the most corrupt States in Nigeria. I have explained the reason behind my choice of the States and the nature of corrupt practices found in the States. I will now proceed to simply list 5 other States in the nation where corruption is endemic but not as rife as those found in the top 5 States aforementioned.

6. Abia State (second only to Imo State in the South-East in terms of corruption)
7. Ebonyi State
8. Kogi State
9. Kaduna State
10. Lagos State (corruption in this state is not really of a political nature but of other dimensions)

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Corruption is not normal and shouldn't be seen as a part of life. As Nigerians, we have to change our mindsets and educate the younger generation as well as our peers. There are little things that we do that are tantamount to corruption but we see these things as normal and this is the mindset that some of us take to government if the opportunity comes. We have to build the nation and join in the fight against corruption. If your State is listed here, it means you have a sanctimonious duty as a patriotic citizen to educate those in the State on the need to resist corruption at all levels. While we wait for legislations that will stiffen the punishment for corruption to be made, it behoves us to report corruption and corrupt practices wherever we encounter them. With a change in orientation and a renewed sense of patriotism, we will surely defeat corruption, at least, on the personal level. From there, Nigeria's greatness shall be made manifest!



- Iroro Orhero <literarymathy[at]gmail.com>

Nice write up but needed clarification from you.
How did you come to this conclusion? Which index did you use in rating these States?

fratermathy:
Your point being?

Okay. Ebonyi is not corrupt Oga Egghead.

You can now go and edit your comment.

. good . next time ,use your brain when posting here

asuustrike2009:
Nice write up but needed clarification from you.
How did you come to this conclusion? Which index did you use in rating these States?

It is a subjective list based on my own findings. If you need my sources of data, I can oblige you.

These States receive huge amounts of money from the FG yet have little or nothing to show for it. I also used online and newspaper reports of corrupt practices and cases to justify my list. I refrained from mentioning any name or being particular because it is not an accusation but an opinion.

fratermathy:
It is a subjective list based on my own findings. If you need my sources of data, I can oblige you.

These States receive huge amounts of money from the FG yet have little or nothing to show for it. I also used online and newspaper reports of corrupt practices and cases to justify my list. I refrained from mentioning any name or being particular because it is not an accusation but an opinion.

Kk.Although you're correct just wanted to be sure

Mathemagician1:
Chai..!! Too many ignorant folks on this forum.

No state is as corrupt as LAGOS STATE in the whole of Nigeria. Lagos state generates enormous financial resources from taxes, levies, Federal allocation and what have you but where are the infrastructures to compliment these revenues?

Forget about the praise singing of Lagos state Governors, LASG understands the benefit of good PR management and they allocate a huge chunk of the state's revenue for their media propaganda.

The year opposition captures Lagos state, Nigerians will marvel at the level of corruption and looting in this state.

U are totally right!!

fratermathy:
Let us express our views on this list. What do you think? Have I missed out anything?

Please avoid the all-too-common temptation to mar this thread with tribalism, bigotry and political partisanship. This list is simply a product of my own research and observation. If you have anything contrary, kindly present your argument so that I can respond to it.

For bloggers who may want to feature this article, always remember to cite the original poster and medium of posting!

I am from Anambra state I'm proud of my state

ABOKI9ja:
your reply shows that you know something about the North. The problem is people to accept Modern Education, i know a whole family that dont send their children to Schools except Islamic school thats to say Government should not be blame. Just recently governor of Kaduna declared modern education as Compulsory

who will sensitize the people on the need to embrace education? the awareness on the need to accept modern education should be carried out mainly By the govt then, maybe, NGOs will cue in... I still blame the govt for the poor awareness programme. I won't quote u again By the way. have. nice day.

Nice one. More stuff like this. This is the only way we can develop.

most corrupt state in Nigeria is ABIA Lets not argue too much just visit the state once.

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fratermathy:
Who exactly is enjoying the gift? The suffering people in creeks and villages? Or the polithiefians at Asaba and Abuja?

Be specific whenever you want to justify corruption.

The theifs in abuja.

fratermathy:
Let us express our views on this list. What do you think? Have I missed out anything?

Please avoid the all-too-common temptation to mar this thread with tribalism, bigotry and political partisanship. This list is simply a product of my own research and observation. If you have anything contrary, kindly present your argument so that I can respond to it.

For bloggers who may want to feature this article, always remember to cite the original poster and medium of posting!

Useless list above. There is an easier way to know corrupt states. Any state where leprosy is endemic is a corrupt state because leprosy represents a total failure of democratic governance. Nigerian states where leprosy is endemic and even rising are:
Jigawa
Kano
Kaduna
Kebbi
Bauchi
Taraba
Niger
Kogi
Ebonyi
Abia
Cross River
Edo
Osun
Ogun
Lagos

fratermathy:
The mention of Kaduna is mainly tied to the government's sore treatment of the Kaduna South people being massacred daily by herdsmen. Furthermore, I am also concerned with the fact that there is religious intolerance, nepotism, bigotry and marginalisation of persons based on religious beliefs. If you think otherwise, kindly engage me.

HMMMM
You write so much without meaning, please did you care to kind of do a study on this issue before writing all this sentimental spew.
Let me educate you, the first Pogom and massacre which was first carried out in kaduna was carried out bu the south kaduna tribe of Zaman Kataf, yes
This was well documented and a video tape was made with all the dead bodies before they were cleared. A massacre carried out that wiped the strangers in zangon kataf all of Hausa Fulani extraction , it was well organised and orchestrated by the natives in homes and place of worship, A panel was set up by the then militry regime of IBB and Zamani Lekwot an ex militry man stood trial for.the genocide carried out
Note this is the genesis of all religious and ethnic crises in both kaduna Jos and Bauchi
all are retaliatory efforts carried with the pain of the well circulated tape of the massacre in Zangon Kataf.
If you ask me me i will tell you that this present issue has nothing to do with Religion but it is more or less Ethnic in nature, purely natives and settlers issue.,the only point to note is that the natives are christians and the other party is muslim.Religious mischief makers just took oppurtunity of the situatiin on ground to give it a religious tone.
I can go on and on but the fact remains you know nothing about this crises

ABOKI9ja:
do you been to North? Dont judge what u never seen, if you want know more about north take Your Ass up there and see. You know nowhere and you are here barking north here and north there North blah blah.....

Graduated there. I know what I'm saying