Positive Indicators

The arrangement of three-tier of government under the federal set-up aims to ensure the reasonable distribution of the resources so that the sub-national entities become able to boost inclusive growth and equitable development. The federal dispensation was installed by removing the unitary system that was in place for centuries. Under the unitary design, the powers, rights, resources and opportunities were concentrated at the centre, entrenching unbalanced development. This resulted in high rate of poverty and unemployment, with scanty resources for the lower rungs state agencies tasked with carrying out development projects and cater services to the public.