Religion, psychology, and common sense all confirm that whatever occupies our minds consistently begins to dominate our emotions, decisions, and even physical health. Policy inconsistencies, budget chaos, governance failures, and rule of law erosionSystemic governance failures amplify daily anxiety. Executive dominance over legislative functions has left critical spending decisions unexamined, making public funds vulnerable to misallocation and misuse. States collectively budgeted over N1.3 trillion for healthcare in 2024, but actual spending was well under two-thirds of that amount, with per capita health spending staggeringly low. Only seven states implemented more than 80 per cent of their health budgets, leaving many communities with underfunded clinics or no access to basic services at all.

Source: The Guardian December 31, 2025 07:39 UTC