AN APPRAISAL OF CORRUPTION IN THE NIGERIA ELECTORAL SYSTEM

Abstract

Democracy has been acknowledged as the most widely accepted form of government. But, its institutionalization depend on the successful conduct of credible, free and fair election, which gives democratic government legitimacy. Unfortunately, conduct of credible, free and fair election has been eluding Nigerian nation. Corruption is one of the major impediments to successful conduct of election and entrenchment of democratic values. It is on this note that the paper attempt to examine the conduct of elections in Nigeria. The paper, appraised the factors that promote corruption in the electoral system. It also suggests way out.