Corruption is one of the syndrome of African leaders ranging from those that are leading in small sectors to the political leaders. Many so called leaders have enrich themselves with the public wealth and as a result holding the lives of the masses in ransom. Consequently, the masses are living abject poverty as many graduates could not get good employment opportunity after they have graduated in the higher institutions of learning.
The most terrible thing is that the so called masses friends the judicial arms of the government and the law enforcement agent Incahoot with the corrupt politicians have betrayed the trust of the masses through their unjust judgments and eventualy leave the masses in dilemma. Consequently, this paper seeks to show the display of madness of corruption and anarchism by many African leaders.
Table of Contents
- Synopsis of Harvest of Corruption
- Obasanjo (2004) as reported by Afolabi (2007)
- Harvest of Corruption: The display of madness of corruption in African countries
Objectives and Key Themes
This paper aims to analyze the portrayal of corruption and its devastating consequences in African countries, as depicted in the play "Harvest of Corruption." The study uses the play as a lens to examine the pervasive nature of corruption and its impact on society.
- The devastating effects of corruption on individuals and society
- The abuse of power and the perversion of justice
- The cyclical nature of corruption and its perpetuation
- The role of societal factors in fostering corruption
- The theme of retribution and the inevitability of consequences
Chapter Summaries
Synopsis of Harvest of Corruption: This chapter introduces the play "Harvest of Corruption" and its protagonist, Haloho, a graduate struggling to find employment. Driven by frustration, she compromises her values and becomes entangled in a web of corruption. The synopsis highlights the play's broader theme of widespread corruption in Nigeria and Africa, tracing its roots to colonial influence and showcasing the author's use of satire and agricultural imagery to illustrate the inescapable consequences of corrupt actions. The chapter emphasizes the play's reflection of Nigerian society and its critique of the failure of checks and balances within the government.
Obasanjo (2004) as reported by Afolabi (2007): This chapter delves into various forms of corruption as defined by Obasanjo (2004) and Adigun Agbaje (2004). It lists several types of corruption including fraud, money laundering, bribery, abuse of office, and misuse of public funds. The chapter argues that corruption is not limited to the wealthy elite, impacting all levels of society. A crucial theme of "retribution" is introduced, exemplified by the sentencing of corrupt officials in the play, highlighting the concept of consequences for wrongdoing and a call for true democracy based on the rule of law.
Harvest of Corruption: The display of madness of corruption in African countries: This chapter analyzes how the playwright portrays the "madness" of corruption. Using the metaphor of a madman, Showboy, the playwright juxtaposes the seemingly rational actions of corrupt leaders with the irrationality of their behavior. The chapter emphasizes the leaders' pursuit of wealth through illicit means at the expense of the populace and highlights how ordinary citizens, like Haloho and Ochuole, become victims due to a lack of job opportunities, forcing them to compromise their morals. The overall theme focuses on a country rich in resources yet lacking visionary leadership.
Keywords
Corruption, African politics, Nigeria, retribution, justice, abuse of power, societal impact, satire, moral decadence, rule of law, retributive justice, colonial legacy, economic inequality, employment opportunities.
Harvest of Corruption: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main focus of this academic paper?
This paper analyzes the portrayal of corruption and its devastating consequences in African countries, specifically as depicted in the play "Harvest of Corruption." It examines the pervasive nature of corruption, its impact on society, and the cyclical nature of its perpetuation.
What are the key themes explored in the paper?
The key themes include the devastating effects of corruption on individuals and society; the abuse of power and perversion of justice; the cyclical nature of corruption and its perpetuation; the role of societal factors in fostering corruption; and the theme of retribution and the inevitability of consequences.
What is the significance of the play "Harvest of Corruption"?
The play serves as a lens through which the study examines the widespread corruption in Nigeria and Africa. It highlights the roots of corruption, tracing them back to colonial influence, and utilizes satire and agricultural imagery to illustrate the consequences of corrupt actions. The play also reflects Nigerian society and critiques the failure of governmental checks and balances.
How does the paper define and categorize corruption?
The paper draws upon the definitions provided by Obasanjo (2004) and Adigun Agbaje (2004), categorizing corruption into various forms such as fraud, money laundering, bribery, abuse of office, and misuse of public funds. It argues that corruption affects all levels of society, not just the wealthy elite.
What is the role of retribution in the paper's analysis?
Retribution is a crucial theme, exemplified by the sentencing of corrupt officials in the play. It highlights the concept of consequences for wrongdoing and advocates for a true democracy based on the rule of law. The paper explores the inevitability of consequences for corrupt actions.
How does the paper analyze the "madness" of corruption?
The paper analyzes the "madness" of corruption through the character of Showboy, a madman used as a metaphor to juxtapose the seemingly rational actions of corrupt leaders with the irrationality of their behavior. It emphasizes the leaders' pursuit of wealth at the expense of the populace and highlights how ordinary citizens become victims due to a lack of opportunities.
What are the chapter summaries included in the paper?
The paper includes summaries of three key sections: a synopsis of "Harvest of Corruption" introducing the protagonist and highlighting the play's themes; a chapter discussing Obasanjo's (2004) definition of corruption and its various forms; and a chapter analyzing the play's portrayal of the "madness" of corruption in African countries.
What are the keywords associated with this paper?
Keywords include: Corruption, African politics, Nigeria, retribution, justice, abuse of power, societal impact, satire, moral decadence, rule of law, retributive justice, colonial legacy, economic inequality, and employment opportunities.
What is the overall objective of the paper?
The overall objective is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the portrayal of corruption in "Harvest of Corruption" and its implications for understanding the societal and political landscape of African countries, particularly Nigeria.
- Quote paper
- Olosunde Oluyinka (Author), 2016, Harvest of corruption. The display of madness of corruption in African countries, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/334501
