World Bank targets waste in states’ health, education budgets

The World Bank has initiated a training program aimed at reducing waste in health and education budgets across Nigeria. This program involved 388 officials from 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with the training taking place on November 3, 2026.

The training focuses on aligning health and education budgets with development priorities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in these sectors. The initiative is part of the World Bank's broader efforts to support Nigerian states in improving their budget management and resource allocation, thereby addressing systemic issues in public spending.

Reported by Punch.