The data displayed is based on information from the SIPRI Arms Transfers Database. To learn more about this data and trend indicator values that it represents visit: https://www.sipri.org/databases/armstransfers
This assessment received government comments and feedback on the finalised data. These comments have been incorporated into the assessment at the GDI research team’s discretion. Usually the comments received highlight where a bill is in formulation, or has recently passed into law, and this has been missed by the country assessor. Only comments which are grounded in evidence are incorporated into the assessment.
Nigeria
Band
E
Corruption risk
Very High
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Nigeria faces considerable corruption risk across its defence institutions, with extremely limited controls in operations and procurement. Oversight mechanisms are in place, but often lack coordination, expertise, resources, and adequate information to fully perform their role. However, Nigeria is improving on budget and financial transparency, particular with regard to defence expenditures.
Risk categories
Political
Band
E
28/100
Risk
Very High
Financial
Band
E
27/100
Risk
Very High
Personnel
Band
D
35/100
Risk
High
Operational
Band
F
10/100
Risk
Critical
Procurement
Band
F
8/100
Risk
Critical
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