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Nigerian states’ revenues rise 93%, but education spending drops — World Bank

Punch Nigeria October 09, 2026 18 views
Nigerian states’ revenues rise 93%, but education spending drops — World Bank

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Nigerian States' Revenues Rise 93%, but Education Spending Drops - World Bank

According to the World Bank, the revenues of Nigerian states have experienced a significant increase over the past two years. Between 2023 and 2025, the revenues of these states rose by 93%. However, the report also reveals a decline in the share of expenditure allocated to education.

The World Bank's findings indicate that despite the surge in state revenues, the proportion of funds allocated to education has decreased. This development raises concerns about the government's commitment to investing in the country's human capital.

Nigeria, as the most populous country on the African continent, faces challenges in ensuring equitable distribution of resources across various sectors. The World Bank's report highlights the need for the Nigerian government to prioritize education spending to support the nation's development goals.

For more information, please refer to the original source: https://punchng.com/nigerian-states-revenues-rise-93-but-education-spending-drops-world-bank/

Revenues of Nigerian States Surge by 93%, but Education Spending Declines - World Bank

According to a recent report by the World Bank, the revenues of Nigerian states have experienced a substantial increase over the past two years. Between 2023 and 2025, the revenues of these states rose by 93%.

However, the report also reveals a decrease in the proportion of funds allocated to education. This development raises concerns about the government's commitment to investing in the country's human capital.

Nigeria, as the most populous country on the African continent, faces challenges in ensuring equitable distribution of resources across various sectors. The World Bank's report highlights the need for the Nigerian government to prioritize education spending to support the nation's development goals.

For more details, please refer to the original source: https://punchng.com/nigerian-states-revenues-rise-93-but-education-spending-drops-world-bank/

<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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