Stop Blaming Governors Alone: FG Takes 52% of National Revenue — Radda
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, has urged Nigerians to reassess the growing tendency to hold state governors solely responsible for the country’s economic and developmental challenges, revealing that the Federal Government retains the largest share of national revenue.
Speaking during a public engagement, Radda disclosed that the Federal Government takes 52 percent of Nigeria’s total revenue allocation, leaving states and local governments to share the remaining portion. According to him, this imbalance significantly limits the capacity of subnational governments to effectively address infrastructure deficits, social welfare, and security concerns.
The governor noted that while governors remain accountable to their people, many of the pressing challenges facing states are rooted in structural and fiscal constraints beyond their direct control. He stressed that state governments often struggle to meet expectations despite limited access to funds, rising inflation, and increasing governance responsibilities.
Radda called for a more honest national conversation on fiscal federalism, revenue sharing, and governance reforms. He added that sustainable development would require cooperation across all tiers of government, rather than the continued scapegoating of governors for systemic issues.
His comments have reignited debates around Nigeria’s revenue allocation formula, state autonomy, and the need for constitutional reforms to strengthen grassroots development.
