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Nigeria Control of Corruption

Control of Corruption  CC.EST

-1.05 −0.01 (-0.6%)
Year 2025 Rank #167 Global Peak -0.90 (2008) Source World Bank WGI

Nigeria Control of Corruption (1996–2025)

Overview

Nigeria's control of corruption stood at -1.05 in 2025, a decline of +0.01 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.05 by 2025. Nigeria ranked 167th globally.

Data & projection

Year Control of Corruption YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.03 - -
2025* trend -1.05 - -
2025 -1.05 −0.01 #167
2023 -1.04 +0.09 #168
2022 -1.13 −0.03 #175
2021 -1.10 +0.02 #174
2020 -1.12 −0.01 #175
2019 -1.11 −0.03 #178
2018 -1.08 +0.02 #178
2017 -1.10 −0.05 #178
2016 -1.05 +0.05 #176
2015 -1.10 +0.19 #177
2014 -1.28 −0.06 #186
2013 -1.23 −0.05 #182
2012 -1.18 +0.01 #179
2011 -1.19 −0.14 #179
2010 -1.05 −0.01 #170
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +20.5% GDP growth 4.1% C/A balance 6.8%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Nigeria matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nigeria's control of corruption?

Nigeria's control of corruption was -1.05 in 2025. Ranked 167th globally. This represents a 0.6% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest control of corruption in Nigeria?

Nigeria's control of corruption peaked at -0.90 in 2008.

What was the lowest control of corruption in Nigeria?

The lowest control of corruption in Nigeria was -1.50 in 2002.

How does Nigeria rank in control of corruption?

Nigeria ranks 167th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for control of corruption?

The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected control of corruption of Nigeria in 2025?

Nigeria's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.05 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the control of corruption of Nigeria in 2025?

The control of corruption of Nigeria in 2025 was -1.05. This ranks 167th in the world.

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