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The study examines the legal and institutional frameworks for combating public corruption in Nigeria and proposes reforms to enhance accountability and governance. The objectives are twofold: to examine the existing legal framework for anti-corruption efforts and to recommend measures for reducing corruption in the public sector. The study adopted a doctrinal research methodology, case method, providing a historical overview of Nigeria’s anti- corruption institutions and their successes and limitations. Findings indicate that despite the implementation of various preventive and punitive measures, corruption remains widespread due to weak enforcement, limited transparency, and institutional inefficiencies. The analysis demonstrates that strengthening accountability mechanisms through both answerability and enforceability of public officials can improve the efficiency of the public sector and ensure national resources are directed toward development initiatives. The study contributes to knowledge proposing for a holistic and proactive legal framework to make public institutions in the country to be independent in order to be able to drive the policy of the country rather than being built around individuals. Based on the findings, the study recommends enhancing institutional capacity, improving enforcement of anti-corruption laws, promoting transparency, and cultivating a culture of integrity among public officials. Overall, the research underscores that legal and institutional reforms are essential for reducing corruption, improving governance, and ensuring that public resources are effectively managed to achieve sustainable national development
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