A new report, the Nigeria Capacity Index 2026, has introduced a framework to measure institutional capability rather than just economic outcomes like GDP. With an inaugural score of 54.2 out of 100, Nigeria is categorized as having a structurally constrained execution system. The index evaluates five pillars: political commitment, coordination, administrative capability, delivery systems, and organizational learning. Proponents argue that shifting focus from resource allocation to institutional capacity will provide investors and policymakers with a more accurate tool to assess the nation’s long-term ability to convert potential into sustainable progress.