The Fight against Corruption in Nigeria: A Biblical Perspective

Abstract

This study investigates contemporary challenge of ways to fight corruption in Nigeria and explores into Biblical perspective in the fight against corruption. The Bible clearly shows that God is against corruption in all its ramifications and that God will bring every corrupt nation, family, or individual to judgment. The methodology adopted in the study is historical and exegetical. The result of the study reveals that proper exegesis of Biblical truth, its application and enforcement by all stakeholders will reduce corruption in any society including Nigeria. It further shows that peaceful, secured, and prosperous citizens can develop if government adequately funds and monitors quality of training in theological colleges and seminaries in Nigeria where pastors and religious leaders are trained. This study recommends adequate Biblical and theological training of pastors and religious leaders as prerequisite for a corrupt free Nigeria. These people instil morals and develop the consciences of the people any money spent to prepare them adequately for this all-important work is justifiable. This will greatly restore social order, foster economic development and reduce to the barest minimum greed and avarice that are the mother and father of corruption in Nigeria.