Criminological Perspectives of Fuel Subsidy Fraud and It Effect on National Security in Nigeria

Frank Nyang Goerge

doi:10.56201/ijssmr.vol.12no3.2026.pg180.192

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Criminological Perspectives of Fuel Subsidy Fraud and It Effect on National Security in Nigeria

Frank Nyang Goerge

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The purpose of the study was to examine criminological perspectives of fuel subsidy fraud and it effect on national security in Nigeria. To achieve the purpose five research questions were raised to direct the study. Literature was reviewed accordingly. This study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The study was conducted in Nigeria, focusing on three geo-political zones (South- West, South-South, and North-Central). The target population for the study included: Officials of EFCC, Officials of NNPC, Lecturers in social sciences and members of the public. The estimated population was 3,000 individuals spread across the three selected zones. A total of 180 respondents were selected using multi-stage sampling techniques. The sample was distributed as follows: 60 EFCC and NNPC, 60 Lecturers and 60 members of the public. Fuel Subsidy Fraud and National Security Questionnaire was used for data collection. The questionnaire was subjected to face and content validity by three experts. Reliability was established using 30 respondents in Calabar. The reliability coefficient was computed using Cronbach’s Alpha, which yielded a value of .73-.87, indicating a high level of internal consistency. The researcher, with the help of trained field assistants, administered the questionnaire physically and electronically (via Google Forms) to respondents. Data collected were coded and analyzed using the SPSS. Descriptive statistics such as frequency, mean, and standard deviation were used to analyze the research questions. Results shows that the nature and dimensions of fuel subsidy fraud in Nigeria from a criminological perspective is high. Also, that the criminological factors and motivations behind fuel subsidy fraud is as well high. Findings further show methods and strategies used by perpetrators to manipulate the fuel subsidy system. Lastly findings show that fuel subsidy fraud affect Nigeria’s national security in terms of its role in financing insecurity, organized crime, and economic sabotage. Word counts: 296

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Criminological Perspectives of Fuel Subsidy Fraud and It Effect on National Security in Nigeria

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