Corruption Risks in Nigeria’s Defence and Security Establishments

About the Book

This work attempts to assess corruption risks in five key areas of Nigeria’s defence and security establishments, namely political, financial, personnel, operations, and procurement. Using a simple and straightforward question-and-answer format, the assessment draws from interviews with key players in the industry as well as from secondary sources. The scope of the work includes the last few years of President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration and the threshold of the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari—a truly epochal period in the history of Nigeria’s fight against corruption, but also reflects policy gaps inherent in the transition in government. The work contributes to an area of literature which is both scanty and characterized by much secrecy. It is hoped therefore that this contribution will not only stimulate more frank and open discussion on the subject of corruption risks in Nigeria’s defence and security sector, but would also act as both a template and benchmark on which policy makers can embark on genuine and meaningful reforms.

About the Author

Dr. Jude Uddoh was called to the Nigerian bar in December 1992 after finishing from the Nigerian Law School Lagos, and having earned his first degree in law. He also holds postgraduate qualifications in International Relations including a Doctorate degree from the University of Port Harcourt, and a Certificate of Professional Achievement in Critical Issues in International Relations from Columbia University in the City of New York. Dr. Uddoh has conducted research in the areas of development, human rights, good governance, and counterterrorism. Dr. Jude Uddoh has over fifteen years’ experience as a Legal Practitioner in Nigeria. He has also worked as a consultant for Transparency International UK Defence and Security Programme, and has served in the Reading Committee for President Barack Obama’s Young African Leaders Initiative. Dr. Uddoh is currently an international affairs consultant. He lives in New York with his wife and three children.