States prioritise infrastructure spending over human capital, as revenues surge 93%, says World Bank

BusinessDay | 08-10-2026 07:25pm |

The World Bank has reported that Nigerian states experienced a 93% increase in revenues following economic reforms by President Bola Tinubu. However, the bank noted that states are prioritizing infrastructure spending over human capital development. The report highlights the fiscal impact of the reforms on subnational governments.

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