UK Report Ranks Zamfara, Kwara, Benue as Nigeria's Worst-Managed States
A UK governance report ranks Zamfara, Kwara, and Benue as Nigeria's worst-managed states from 2023 to 2025. The Good Governance Rating Index (GGRI) highlighted these states led by Governors Dauda Lawal, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and Hyacinth Alia for falling below national averages in critical indicators like health, education, infrastructure, and transparency.
Zamfara was particularly criticized for worsening armed banditry and educational challenges. The report emphasized the need for systemic reforms to address governance issues, prioritize service delivery, and combat deepening poverty in these states.
The rankings shed light on the governance performance and accountability challenges faced by these regions.
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