Civil Service Drives Growth, Must Overcome Corruption, Says

The statement refers to a common viewpoint expressed by civil‑service leaders and reform advocates: a professional, merit‑based civil service can boost economic development by efficiently delivering public services, implementing policies, and attracting investment. However, to realize this growth potential, the bureaucracy must tackle entrenched corruption—through stronger transparency, accountability mechanisms, anti‑bribery laws, and internal ethics reforms—so that resources are used effectively and public trust is restored. Views Nigeria