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In a country where public trust still struggles to find footing, Nigeria’s modest gain in the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) is drawing mixed feelings. Despite climbing five places to 140th out of 180 countries, the real question nags: Has anything truly changed beneath the surface?

Nigeria’s small climb in the global corruption rankings offers little comfort. The nation's public services and environmental planning remain weighed down by deep systemic issues.

  • Nigeria moved up five spots in the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, from 145th to 140th
  • CPI score improved slightly, from 25 to 26 out of 100, still far below the global average of 43
  • Corruption hampers governance, climate policy, and public service delivery
  • Funds meant for climate initiatives are often embezzled or diverted
  • Broader global trends show even wealthier nations struggle to prioritise transparency over fossil fuel interests
Even with a bump in its corruption score, Nigeria’s fundamentals haven’t budged — trust and transparency remain elusive goals.