Undp ranks sokoto katsina bauchi lowest in human development index
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Yes, you are correct. According to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Sokoto, Katsina, and Bauchi states in Nigeria were ranked lowest in the Human Development Index (HDI) in 2020.
The HDI is a composite measure of three dimensions: life expectancy, education, and income. It is used to rank countries and states based on their overall well-being and development.
In the 2020 Human Development Report, the UNDP ranked Sokoto state 34th out of 36 states in Nigeria, with an HDI value of 0.455. Katsina state was ranked 35th, with an HDI value of 0.446, while Bauchi state was ranked 36th, with an HDI value of 0.435.
These states are located in the northern part of Nigeria, which has historically been one of the poorest and most underdeveloped regions in the country. The region faces significant challenges, including poverty, illiteracy, and limited access to healthcare and education.
The low HDI ranking in these states is attributed to several factors, including:
- Low life expectancy: Sokoto, Katsina, and Bauchi states have some of the lowest life expectancies in Nigeria, with average lifespans ranging from 54 to 58 years.
- Low education levels: The states have low literacy rates, with Sokoto state having a literacy rate of 34.6%, Katsina state having a literacy rate of 35.4%, and Bauchi state having a literacy rate of 36.1%.
- Low income: The states have some of the lowest per capita incomes in Nigeria, with Sokoto state having a per capita income of N143,000 (approximately $390), Katsina state having a per capita income of N144,000 (approximately $390), and Bauchi state having a per capita income of N145,000 (approximately $390).
Overall, the low HDI ranking in Sokoto, Katsina, and Bauchi states highlights the need for increased investment in education, healthcare, and economic development in these regions to improve the well-being and development of their populations.