THE CABLE
Senate President Godswill Akpabio says behavioural change is required to tackle the menace of corruption and failing social norms in Nigeria.
Akpabio spoke on Tuesday at the national policy dialogue on corruption, social norms and behaviour change in Nigeria.
He was represented at the event by Saviour Enyiekere, his deputy chief of staff. The dialogue was organised by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
The senate president said behavioural change could be Nigeria’s single biggest instrument in addressing corruption and the destruction of social norms in the country.
“The process of behavioural change typically involves awareness and recognising the need for change and potential benefits and consequences associated thereof,” he said.
“This affects gathering information, learning, and becoming aware of existing behaviours. It also involves motivation and developing the desire to change.
“The motivation to change certain behaviours can be influenced by personal goals, values, social pressures, or external incentives.
