Amanze Chinonye
Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory generated a combined ₦5.15 trillion in internally generated revenue (IGR) in 2025, up 40.93% from ₦3.65 trillion in 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
Lagos led the 37 jurisdictions with ₦1.77 trillion, followed by Rivers at ₦428.42 billion and Enugu at ₦406.77 billion. The FCT ranked fourth with ₦356.34 billion, while Ogun generated ₦252.36 billion.
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The six highest-earning jurisdictions Lagos, Rivers, Enugu, FCT, Ogun and Delta generated a combined ₦3.42 trillion, accounting for about 66% of the total. Delta ranked sixth with ₦202.49 billion.
Edo ranked seventh with ₦132.21 billion, followed by Oyo at ₦103.25 billion, Kano at ₦102.26 billion and Akwa Ibom at ₦100.80 billion. Kwara and Kaduna recorded ₦95.36 billion and ₦86.75 billion respectively.
Abia generated ₦70.41 billion, while Jigawa, Niger and Katsina recorded ₦66.73 billion, ₦66.37 billion and ₦64.29 billion respectively. Ondo generated ₦60.32 billion, while Cross River, Ekiti, Anambra and Osun recorded between ₦56.84 billion and ₦58.64 billion.
Bauchi generated ₦52.79 billion, followed by Bayelsa at ₦50.30 billion, Plateau at ₦45.10 billion, Gombe at ₦43.96 billion, Kogi at ₦43.94 billion and Imo at ₦43.65 billion. Borno, Adamawa and Nasarawa recorded ₦36.36 billion, ₦33.76 billion and ₦32.57 billion respectively.
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Kebbi, Zamfara, Benue and Taraba generated ₦31.23 billion, ₦30.07 billion, ₦29.57 billion and ₦28.16 billion respectively. Sokoto, Ebonyi and Yobe were the three lowest-ranked jurisdictions, with ₦20.48 billion, ₦17.18 billion and ₦16.01 billion respectively.
Lagos alone accounted for about 34% of the combined IGR generated by the 37 jurisdictions, underscoring the wide disparity in internally generated revenue across Nigeria’s sub-national governments.
Amanze Chinonye is a Staff Correspondent at Prime Business Africa, a rising star in the literary world, weaving captivating stories that transport readers to the vibrant landscapes of Nigeria and the rest of Africa. With a unique voice that blends with the newspaper's tradition and style, Chinonye's writing is a masterful exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of identity, culture, and social justice. Through her words, Chinonye paints vivid portraits of everyday African life, from the bustling markets of Nigeria's Lagos to the quiet villages of South Africa's countryside . With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the complexities of Nigerian society, Chinonye's writing is both a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and a powerful call to action for a brighter future. As a writer, Chinonye is a true storyteller, using her dexterity to educate, inspire, and uplift readers around the world.
