ACHIEVING GOOD GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIA: A ROADMAP THROUGH PUBLIC SECTOR REFORM

Abstract

This study investigates the challenges confronting effective governance in Corruption, Nigeria, with a focus on corruption, accountability, transparency, efficiency, and Accountability, politicization of public institutions, aiming to examine the impact of these challenges Transparency, on governance outcomes and propose recommendations for improvement. The study's Efficiency, main objective is to explore the complexities of governance in Nigeria and identify Politicization, Good potential solutions to enhance public sector administration. A mixed-methods research governance  design was adopted, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches, with  primary data sourced from surveys and interviews with public officials and citizens,  and secondary data from existing literature, reports, and documents. Data analysis was performed using SPSS Version 25 for quantitative data and thematic analysis for qualitative data. The study's major findings reveal that corruption is endemic in Nigeria's public sector, accountability is lacking, and politicization of public institutions is rampant. The study also finds that digital governance can improve public service delivery and that citizen engagement is crucial for promoting good governance. Furthermore, the study reveals that institutional strengthening is necessary to promote transparency and accountability. Based on these findings, the study recommends that the Nigerian government should establish an independent anti-corruption agency, promote digital governance, and depoliticize public institutions. Additionally, the government should implement a citizen engagement platform and strengthen institutions to promote transparency and accountability. Moreover, the government should prioritize good governance and promote a culture of accountability and transparency. In conclusion, Nigeria's future depends on effective governance, and immediate action is necessary to address these challenges