Nigeria, March 3 -- Organised crime in Nigeria is like a tap root with its grip firm and difficult to detach, all thanks to systemic weaknesses and institutional failures. This crime epidemic is not just a statistic, but a harsh reality that affects Nigerians daily. Most citizens agree on three fundamental issues regarding crime in Nigeria: the high success rate of organised crime, the fact that socioeconomic conditions create a breeding ground, and the weakness of governmental structures and institutions.

Criminal enterprises continue to grow with little resistance from law enforcement, while widespread poverty, hunger, and unemployment push many into criminal activities as a means of survival. According to the National Bureau of Statis...