Continued from Tuesday last week

In conclusion, the war against corruption is a class war. It is a war between the forces of good and evil; between crude/short-sighted egoism and enlightened/ far-sighted self- interest. Nigeria stands a chance to win, if we all, especially the oppressed generality of our people stand up in unison against the very few people that are keen to rock the ship of our nation through massive stealing.

It is recommended, therefore that the President pursues the institutional pathway to combatting corruption. Carrying Civil Society Organisations and the Nigerian people along would be critical to success. Anti-corruption is a confrontation with a powerful, privileged class of Nigerians. To demobilize the seemingly confounding weapons of propaganda and wealth they wield.

The President must align with CSOs and Nigerian people. The Anti-corruption effort must not only be just but must be seen to be just.

Mamah, PhD (London) is a partner & Head of Development Law, Olisa Agbakoba Chambers.