The research is equally significant because it would provide answers to factors militating against the implementation of e-payment in Nigeria; prove the success and growth associated with implementation of e-payment, highlight the areas of government operations that can be enhanced via e-payment and also be an invaluable tool for Students, Academician, institutions, Corporate managers and individuals that want to know more about e-payment trends especially in Nigeria
The study will provide avenue for other researchers, academicians and students, opportunity to carry out further research in related areas.
Finally, the study contribute to knowledge since learning is a continues process and compliment the job of other writer in related areas .It is also significant to me as part of the requirements for award of OND in Business Administration .
It is also hoped that the findings of the study will increase the level of knowledge and awareness of use of e-payment system in curtailing fraud in government agencies in Nigeria.
1.3 Scope and Limitation of the Study .
The study covers a wide area of impact of e-payment in preventing fraud in public financial institutions and in the growth of the economy. The study covered the period 2011 and 2012.
The limitation of this research study, however, includes .
The non-readiness of some of the key officers serving as respondents to respond to the request of the researcher in providing all the necessary information.
Time convenient: the specific time that the management or a respondent will be free both mentally and physically, for the respondents to be to give all necessary attention or consideration to the research is unpredictable.
Fear of the disclosure of the management's confidential information is another factor that limits the chances of getting required response. .
1.4 Definitions of Terms .
Fraud -is the use of fraudulent means to obtain money, assets, or other property owned or held by individual or organization.
