N134.96bn in total oil and gas derivation was paid to mineral-producing states in September 2025.

But look closer at the numbers:
Why does Delta State receive almost double the amount of the next highest state, Bayelsa?
What significant disparity do you notice between the top four states and the rest?

How do you think these funds should be prioritized to impact the lives of citizens in these states?
Share your thoughts on the distribution and the economic implications of these figures!

Total oil and gas derivation paid to mineral-producing states (Sep 2025)

1. Delta: N43.41bn
2. Bayelsa: N27.74bn
3. Akwa Ibom: N26.23bn
4. Rivers: N23.09bn
5. Ondo: N3.74bn
6. Edo: N3.71bn
7. Imo: N3.32bn
8. Anambra: N1.94bn
9. Abia: N1.78bn

Total: N134.96bn


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