By Adesakin Adefemi
Ogun State has emerged as the second best performing state in Nigeria in the 2025 State Performance Index released by Phillips Consulting. The ranking highlights the impact of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s ISEYA development agenda on residents.
According to the report, Ogun placed second nationwide behind only Lagos State. The assessment covered governance, economic performance, infrastructure development, and citizen wellbeing. Kaduna, Adamawa, and Niger states completed the top five.
The annual pSPI evaluates all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory using a methodology that combines 70 percent objective performance data with 30 percent citizen perception surveys. The approach is designed to balance measurable results with public experience.
The objective component assesses fiscal management, infrastructure development, education, healthcare delivery, and economic performance. The perception survey captures residents’ views on governance and the quality of public service delivery in their states.
Phillips Consulting highlighted Ogun’s strong showing across several development indices. These include an expanding industrial base, sustained investments in infrastructure, improved economic competitiveness, and its strategic location as a manufacturing hub adjoining Lagos.
The report noted that Ogun has continued to attract substantial investments in logistics, agro-processing, housing, and industrial parks. These factors have strengthened the state’s economic profile and contributed to its improved national ranking.
The consulting firm described the State Performance Index as a governance scorecard. It said the tool helps policymakers, investors, development partners, and citizens evaluate the effectiveness of state administrations and development outcomes across Nigeria.
According to Phillips Consulting, the 2025 edition emphasizes evidence-based governance. The report combines audited public data with citizen feedback to provide a balanced assessment of government performance and public perception.
The latest ranking reinforces Ogun State’s growing reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading destinations for investment, industrial growth, and sustainable development. It reflects ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure, expand economic opportunities, and enhance the quality of life for residents.
