One in three lawmakers indifferent to corruption: NACC

The widespread graft violations has become a deep-rooted problem plaguing society so much so that many are indifferent to corruption.

In a recent survey commissioned by the Public Sector Anti Corruption Commission, almost one in three lawmakers said they viewed corruption as normal and an intrinsic factor in life.

Almost nine in ten people rated corruption as serious to most serious problem in society. And about six in ten businessmen said they had had first-hand experience about bribery.

Factors attributed to the rise in corruption include patronage system, consumerism, weakened justice system, various dark influences and the people's indiffernce to the problem.

The planned awareness campaign will seek to cultivate zero tolerance for corruption among some 500,000 civil servants, about 300,000 professionals including those in the media industry. The remaining 200,000 will comprise people from all walks of life.

The campaign is to culminate in the NACC's plan to host the International Anti Corruption Conference in November.