Abstract
Corruption is a type of contemptibly or a criminal offense which is embraced by an individual or association which is endowed in a, strategic, influential place, in other to get illegal advantages or misuse power for one's very own benefits. This study assessed the corruption in construction projects. This study collected data through the use of well-structured questionnaires that were administered to registered construction professionals in Ondo State, Nigeria. The target population comprises of Quantity Surveyors, Architects, Builders, and Engineers. Sixty-one (61) questionnaires were administered; fifty (50) questionnaires were retrieved from professionals. The data retrieved were analyzed using descriptive statistic, mean score response analysis frequency and percentages. The study concluded that the four major causes of corruption in construction projects are godfathers in contract award, concealment of corrupt act, greed, issues of professionalism and best practices. Based on the study findings, it is recommended to address the prevalent causes of corruption in construction projects, including tackling godfathers in contract award, promoting transparency to prevent the concealment of corrupt acts, addressing issues of greed, and fostering professionalism and best practices.
Keywords
construction, construction industry, corruption, corruption in construction industry
Citations
IRE Journals:
Olaiya Omobolanle Grace , Olowolayemo Oluwaseun Ebenezer , Alabi Olumuyiwa Michael , Sogbon Odunwole , Bosede Olumayowa
"Corruption in Construction Projects: A Case Study of Ondo State, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 6 Issue 11 2023 Page 784-789
IEEE:
Olaiya Omobolanle Grace , Olowolayemo Oluwaseun Ebenezer , Alabi Olumuyiwa Michael , Sogbon Odunwole , Bosede Olumayowa
"Corruption in Construction Projects: A Case Study of Ondo State, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 6(11)
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