Spatial trends and variability of poverty in Delta State, Nigeria

Using a household national sample survey of 2,500 households by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), this study examines the spatial trends and variability of poverty among households in the three senatorial districts of Delta State, Nigeria. Findings showed that only 2% of the respondents had access to personal computers while 40% owned mobile phones. In terms of access to basic infrastructure (clean water, waste disposal, electricity), the central and north senatorial districts were better off compared to the south district. This study suggests more investment by government in information and communication technology and improved sanitation especially in the south senatorial district.