Request for Question Clarification by
pafalafa-ga
on
17 Jun 2003 08:55 PDT
Hello Wallex-ga,
I think this report below from the World Bank can answer many of your
questions about Nigeria's budget, goals, and progress towards its
objectives:
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http://www-wds.worldbank.org/servlet/WDS_IBank_Servlet?pcont=details&eid=000094946_02081904011445
Nigeria - State and local governance in Nigeria
July 23, 2002
The purpose of this study is to increase knowledge about state
capacity in Nigeria by taking stock of governance issues, including
public financial management and civil services, and analyzing them in
representative states across the regions, as states assume an expanded
role in delivering services to their populations under the 1999
constitution. Specifically, the study lays the groundwork for
preparing a program of assistance to state governments, should the
Federal Government seek financing from the Bank.
Before capacity can be strengthened, the context for capacity building
must be understood and the constraints analyzed. Thus the study
focuses both on the evolving story of federalism in Nigeria, as well
as the challenges states face in managing their finances and
delivering services in the aftermath of misrule and decay under the
military. Six states were selected for review: Bauchi, Nasarawa,
Rivers, Anambra, Ogun and Sokoto--one from each of the geo-political
zones of Nigeria.
These are some of the principal findings: There is a great deal of
variation across states in their capacity for governance. A new
generation of state governors is emerging, albeit still a minority.
Some are beginning to address public sector reform, through civil
service modernization and right sizing, and strengthening financial
management. These last are suggested areas for support, but they must
be calibrated with the commitment to state reform, and not provided as
an entitlement.
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I'd be glad to review the report in its entirety, and provide key
excerpts that would address your question. Let me know if you would
like me to post such information as an answer to your question.
