Ogun Ranks as Nigeria’s Second‑Best‑Performing State in the 2025 Governance Index

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta

ABEOKUTA — Ogun State has been ranked as the second best‑performing state in Nigeria in the 2025 State Performance Index (pSPI) released by Phillips Consulting, underscoring the steady progress noted by analysts under Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration.

The ranking places Ogun just behind Lagos State, with Kaduna, Adamawa and Niger rounding out the top five in the nationwide assessment.

The report explains that the index evaluates state performance through a blend of governance data and citizen perception surveys, covering key sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, fiscal management and economic development.

Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to the Governor, said the outcome reflects the impact of the administration’s development blueprint, the ISEYA agenda.

The State Performance Index (pSPI), compiled by Phillips Consulting, relies on 70 percent objective performance indicators and 30 percent citizen feedback to assess how effectively state governments deliver public services.

It also examines fiscal discipline, infrastructure expansion, healthcare delivery, education outcomes and overall economic performance across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

The report highlighted Ogun State’s strong performance in industrial growth, infrastructure development and economic competitiveness, noting its strategic position as a major manufacturing hub due to its proximity to Lagos State.

It added that the state continues to attract significant investments in logistics, agro‑processing, housing and industrial parks, contributing to its rising economic profile and improved national standing.

Phillips Consulting explained that the index serves as a governance benchmark designed to help policymakers, investors and development partners evaluate state‑level performance using evidence‑based metrics.

The firm noted that the 2025 edition places greater emphasis on combining verified public data with citizen experiences to provide a balanced assessment of governance outcomes.

The latest ranking further strengthens Ogun State’s reputation as a key destination for investment and industrial expansion, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure, boost economic opportunities and enhance the standard of living for residents.

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