CIoD Declares Emergency in Nigeria's Public Sector Governance

The Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) has declared a state of emergency in Nigeria’s public sector governance, as detailed in their bi-annual corporate governance report. The report reveals that Nigeria scored 26% on the 2025 Corruption Perception Index (CPI), ranking 142 out of 182 countries, which is below the Sub-Saharan African average.

The CIoD report identifies internal control failures as a common issue within Nigeria's governance environment, contributing to significant budget execution gaps. Mr.

Adetunji Oyebanji, the CIoD's president, emphasized the need for a comprehensive assessment of Nigeria's governance health, based on extensive research. Dr.

Taiwo Nola Alausa, the CIoD's Director-General, noted that while there is encouraging progress in the private sector, significant gaps remain in public sector governance. The report calls for stronger leadership and greater institutional commitment to enhance Nigeria's global competitiveness and address the challenges of governance.