Bangladesh White Paper Details Corruption Crisis

A recent White Paper report has unveiled extensive corruption within Bangladesh's economy, particularly during the 15-year regime of Sheikh Hasina. Key issues identified include banking loan scams, politically motivated unviable projects, illicit financial outflows, and misappropriation of funds, with an estimated Tk98,000 crore paid in bribes to government officials. The report reveals that project costs have escalated by an average of 70%, with significant delays attributed to corruption. Additionally, former President John Dramani Mahama has criticized the current Akufo-Addo administration for rampant corruption in Ghana, urging voters to support the National Democratic Congress for change. Mahama emphasized that a vote for him represents a commitment to a safer and more united Ghana as special voting takes place ahead of the upcoming elections. Both reports highlight the pressing need for systemic reforms to combat corruption and restore public trust in governance.