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Federalism and Economic Growth: The Importance of Context in Nigerian Public Finance Reform

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  • Eyene Okpanachi

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This article examines public finance reforms in the Nigerian federal system against the background of its transition from military to democratic rule in 1999 and the challenges posed to overall outcomes, especially by the fiscal health of the sub-national units. Using a before-and-after assessment of policies and performances, the article highlights the progress made in reforming public finance, and discusses the formidable political, institutional and social constraints that have made reforms difficult and inefficient. By focusing on the Nigerian case information, the article contributes to the debates on whether or not, and when federalism can contribute to economic growth and prosperity. Copyright 2011, Oxford University Press.

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  • Eyene Okpanachi, 2011. "Federalism and Economic Growth: The Importance of Context in Nigerian Public Finance Reform," Publius: The Journal of Federalism, CSF Associates Inc., vol. 41(2), pages 311-335, Spring.
    • Handle: RePEc:oup:publus:v:41:y:2011:i:2:p:311-335
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