The Niger Delta states have enjoyed more funds than their counterparts in other regions of Nigeria because of the allocation formula that allows more funds to accrue to them. Now generally referred to as the 'derivation fund', these extra funds have been source of rancour, envy, and have even caused some whining and despair amongst their counterparts from other regions. There have been ...
Nigeria: Derivation Fund and Development of the Niger Delta
Leadership (Abuja), 29 December 2012
The Niger Delta states have enjoyed more funds than their counterparts in other regions of Nigeria because of the allocation formula that allows more funds to accrue to them. Now generally referred to as the 'derivation fund', these extra funds have been source of rancour, envy, and have even caused some whining and despair amongst their counterparts from other regions. There have been ...
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