CORRUPTION AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN TARABA STATE NIGERIA

Abstract

Corruption is a pervasive issue that significantly hampers socioeconomic development worldwide, with particular severe impacts in developing regions. This study examines the social and economic effect of corruption in Taraba State, Nigeria, a region where corruption remains deeply entrenched. The research employs a qualitative approach, relying exclusively on secondary data as source for data collection. Various documentary sources were utilized, including academic journals, newspaper articles, and statistics from Transparency International, along with other Internet - bases resources. The study is descriptive, drawing on observation and data from these sources to provide a comprehensive analysis. Finding reveal that corruption in Taraba state has profound negative effects
on governance, public service delivery, economic stability, and overall societal well-being. The study underscores the urgent need for targeted anti- corruption measures tailored to the specific challenges of Taraba state, and it contributes to the broader understanding of corruption's multifaceted impacts in localized contexts. The insights gained from this research offer valuable implications for policy
makers, development practioners and anti- corruption agencies in their efforts to combat corruption and promote sustainable development.