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What are Economic Crime and bribe?

Economic crime is described as:

·         Theft of Government assets

·         Fraud against government

·         Tax and duty evasion.

·         Theft and fraud against parastatals

A bribe is any payment in cash or kind, which is given or received corruptly. The legal definition is “valuable consideration.” It includes a gift, benefit, loan, fee, reward or commission, employment or contract, payment, service, assistance, protection, any material gain, concession, advantage, or gift other than casual gift.

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