Report ranks 28 states low in democracy
A new report by Kimpact Development Initiative ranked 28 of Nigeria's 36 states low in democratic performance, with no state attaining a high level of democracy. The report highlights weaknesses in political inclusion, institutional effectiveness, and civil liberties.
A report by Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI) assessed democratic governance in Nigeria's 36 states. The State of Democracy in Nigeria (DIN) Report 2025 found that while democratic structures exist, they are not translating into meaningful outcomes for citizens. 28 states were ranked low in democratic performance, with only six states - Oyo, Yobe, Ekiti, Nasarawa, Ondo, and Osun - falling within the moderate category. The assessment is based on a Democracy Performance Index (DPI) evaluating electoral participation, political inclusion, institutional effectiveness, and civil liberties. The report identifies political inclusion as the weakest aspect of democracy nationwide, with women's representation in commissioner-level appointments averaging 15.67%. KDI urged policymakers and citizens to use the findings to strengthen institutions and improve democratic governance.
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