Power · Policy Paper
THE HIGH COST OF DARKNESS: How Systemic Corruption Undermines Nigeria’s Energy Sector Development
Corruption has held Nigeria’s power sector hostage for decades, keeping millions in darkness and draining public funds. From inflated contracts to projects that never finish, these failures are not accidents but by design. This paper uncovers the major cases of corruption and the practices that keep the system broken. It also shares practical recommendations to build transparency and restore trust in the sector.
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