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The Nigerian Whistleblowing Policy is an anti-corruption initiative that encourages people to voluntarily submit information to the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Finance concerning fraud, bribery, plundered government funds, financial malfeasance, government assets, and any other kind of corruption or crime. ANALYZE Analyze your reasons: You may believe that the only thing you want is to expose the terrible behavior and bring the wrongdoers to justice. This is a healthy inclination to have since hazardous conduct, injustice, inequity, and uneven playing fields are harmful to society and business. However, the consequences of blowing the whistle may be severe for you, your family, or your job. There are several factors to consider. Some people find it beneficial to speak privately with an attorney, spouse, and/or religious or professional counselor at this stage. After careful deliberation, you may determine that blowing the whistle is too dangerous for you. Only you can make that decision. CONSULT Consult with a lawyer who has handled similar cases before: Your scenario might have a lot of moving parts that would benefit from legal guidance. Internal reporting (for example, a company hotline), external reporting (government hotlines), exposing the conduct to the proper authorities, safeguarding key evidence, approaching your employer, and reporting under an appropriate whistleblower program(s) that could provide you with some reward for your efforts are all things that an experienced whistleblower attorney can advise you on. It's critical to choose legal advice that is a good fit for you. PROTECT YOURSELF FIRST Protect yourself as much as possible against retribution: You, like many others, may be more concerned about personal reprisal as a result of your whistleblowing. Whistleblowers face a very real danger of reprisal. Anti-retribution clauses are found in many federal and state whistleblower laws, and they are designed to protect whistleblowers from being dismissed, demoted, or otherwise discriminated against in the terms and circumstances of their employment in retaliation for filing a whistleblower claim. Before exposing the underlying violation, some potential whistleblowers wish to look into reprisal problems. Whistleblower attorneys with experience can explore potential dangers and options. BE PATIENT Be patient and keep your cool: Whistleblowing can take years, and some regulations prohibit you from discussing a reported case. Although the case may be ongoing, it may lay dormant for lengthy periods of time while the government processes it or it may be revisited from time to time.