The experience under NEEDS demonstrates that where you have a robust programme and implementation is effective, you have the desired outcomes. Space and time would not permit me to exhaustively discuss the progress made so far which is laying a solid foundation for the continuing transformation. First, several of the key institutions of the state are being re-built.
The army is once more being transformed (to rid it of politicians) and to focus on its key mandate. Several corrupt judges have lost their jobs and the judiciary is gradually undergoing reforms. The establishment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) and their activities have sent a sharp signal that it is not business as usual.