The Cost Of Creating New States in Nigeria

Creating a new state in Nigeria requires much more than drawing new boundaries on the map. Experts estimate that it would cost between ₦50 billion to ₦100 billion just to establish the basic infrastructure. And the costs don’t stop there. Each new state is expected to spend at least ₦10 to ₦20 billion annually on recurrent expenses. With Nigeria’s economy already under strain and many existing states struggling to stay afloat without federal allocations, can the country afford to cre...