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Who we are
The pcl. State Performance Index (pSPI) is a subnational assessment tool developed by Phillips Consulting (pcl.) to evaluate and compare the governance performance of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Our platform is a central hub for extensive information on subnational entities, enabling relevant stakeholders with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions. Whether they are policymakers, researchers, businesses, or citizens, we aim to ensure everyone can access accurate and up-to-date data on subnational trends, demographics, economic indicators, governance frameworks, and more.
Mission
Through our user-friendly interface and robust database, users can easily navigate a wide range of data points, visualisations, and analytical tools. Our platform is not just about presenting data; it’s about fostering understanding and driving meaningful action.
Join us as we revolutionise the way stakeholders engage with subnational information.
“pSPI, Your Gateway to Subnational Insights”
Our Story
Our journey began in 2018 with the launch of the “My State” report, our first attempt at ranking Nigerian states using secondary data. Since then, we have evolved significantly, developing a more robust and credible methodology. This transformation has elevated the index into a trusted policy evaluation and development planning tool.
pSPI was created to establish a new standard of accountability and excellence in Nigerian governance. Launched to bridge the gap between government expenditure and tangible impact, the pSPI offers an independent, data-driven evaluation of how effectively states perform in key areas such as taxpayer trust, economic opportunity, infrastructure, education, healthcare, and security.
The pSPI highlights what is working, where improvements are needed, and how states can learn from one another. More than just rankings, the pSPI drives transparency and reforms that improve lives across Nigeria.
pSPI Methodology: The 2025 Framework
The methodology underpinning the 2025 PSPI is both robust and adaptive, designed to reflect the complexities of governance and development in Nigeria. Unlike the 2024 edition, which placed heavier emphasis on perception surveys, the 2025 framework introduces a more balanced model that combines objective (70%) and subjective (30%) data. This shift intentionally anchors state rankings on verifiable facts while preserving the value of citizen voices.
Balanced Data Sources
- Secondary (Objective): Extracted from credible institutions such as state audited financial reports, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, the National Bureau of Statistics, and the World Bank.
- Primary (Perception-Based): Derived from a three-month nationwide survey targeting thousands of Nigerians through SMS, social media, face-to-face interviews, and digital platforms.
Key Indicators and Weightings
Each state is scored on 36 indicators, grouped into core categories such as:
- Fiscal Strength (e.g., IGR per capita, debt ratios)
- Governance and Service Delivery (e.g., capital expenditure, public infrastructure, health, and education)
- Social Wellbeing (e.g., employment, security, public trust, affordability)
- Digital and Business Environment (e.g., ease of doing business, internet penetration)
- Potential (e.g., population, trade routes, landmass)
- To ensure fairness, all metrics were standardised using ratio-based models to avoid inflating scores for naturally endowed states