Skip to main content

AMG Commends President Tinubu On Local Government Autonomy




Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR for his role in securing financial autonomy for Local Governments across Nigeria.


In a landmark ruling delivered on Thursday, the Supreme Court declared that Local Governments should independently manage their funds, free from state government control. The judgment mandates that the Federal Government allocate funds directly to the 774 local government councils, reinforcing the democratic structure  at the grassroot level and eliminating the undue influence of State Governors.


Following the ruling, the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi SAN  emphasized that the judgment takes immediate effect, describing it as an "emancipation" for Local Governments from the shackles of the past." He noted that the responsibility now lies with State Governors to  comply.He warns that there are stipulated consequences for non-compliance.


AMG, in a statement issued by its Director General, Evangelist Olumuyiwa Asagunla through its Publicity Secretary, Comr. Ayodeji Ologun, expressed its appreciation for the decisive actions taken by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.


"This ruling is a significant victory for democracy and local governance. We commend President Tinubu and Attorney General Fagbemi for their unwavering commitment to upholding the constitution and ensuring that Local Governments can operate independently and effectively." the statement reads.


AMG further urged  the people  to  be mindful of the character, exposure  and capacity  of such a person  that will  be at the helms of affairs  in their respective Local Government cos the development of their local governments is in their hands either to foster development and improve governance in their respective areas or otherwise. "With financial autonomy, Local Governments can now address the unique needs of their communities without undue interference," AMG added.


The group described the judgement as an emancipation for the people and hope that most of the Governors who have practically turned themselves into some sort of Emperors will not continue to err on the part of the law by unlawful constitution  of Caretaker Committees there by depriving  the constitutionally recognised  Local Givernment from the Federal Allocations due to them as this  will amount  to undue ripping off of the local government system.


The group further noted that the Supreme court’s ruling addressed several key issues, including the dissolution of democratically elected local governments by governors as illegal, and barring the federal government from continuing the practice of paying local government allocations through state governments due to misuse.


“The decision aligns with the resolutions of the 2014 National Conference and the 2017 APC Committee on True Federalism, chaired by El-Rufai. It underscores the support from past and present leaders for local government autonomy, highlighting a move towards greater federalism in Nigeria,” the statement added.

AMG also call on the National  Assembly  to enact laws empowering  Independent National Electoral Commission to conduct  Local government elections  in the 774 LGs across Nigeria.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Sanwo-Olu's Mistress, Aisha Achimogu, Embarrassed At Wedding Of Governor's Daughter

Saturday, April 6, 2024, is a day that Ms. Aisha Achimogu, the mistress of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, won't forget easily. The birthday celebration of Ms. Achimogu in Grenada early in the year, attended by Governor Sanwo-Olu, sparked controversies.  Many residents and stakeholders accused the Governor of extravagantly spending millions of naira from the state government on the event. Therefore, when Ms. Achimogu was spotted at the wedding of Governor Sanwo-Olu's daughter, Modupeoreoluwa, a lawyer, to Oladele, it provided an opportunity for those who disapproved of her presence around the Governor to take action. The woman and her troop were said to have been stationed at No 9A McDonald in Ikoyi by Governor Sanwo-Olu. Sources at the event revealed that Ms. Achimogu was promptly asked to leave by some guests as soon as she was noticed. Reportedly, what angered them was Ms. Achimogu's audacity to attend the ceremony, especially in the presence of the Governor's ...
Post a Comment
Read more

How I Was Beaten Up By Boys In Canaanland, Ota, On The Orders Of An Italian- Man Laments

Mr. Victor, a welder from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, experienced a harrowing incident on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, while at work in Ota, Ogun State. While going about his daily duties at a construction company responsible for building the ark in Faith Tabernacle, also known as Winner's Chapel, Victor faced an unexpected altercation with his boss, an Italian man named Mr. Lucas. According to Victor, the altercation escalated when Mr. Lucas suddenly slapped him on the ear from behind, without any apparent provocation. Shocked by the unwarranted assault, Victor instinctively retaliated by delivering a slap in return.  However, the situation took a drastic turn when Mr. Lucas allegedly instructed some Nigerian boys to physically assault Victor in retaliation. Subsequently, Victor was subjected to a brutal beating by the group of assailants, resulting in severe injuries, including pores coming out of his ears. Since the incident, Victor has been struggling to recover both physical...
Post a Comment
Read more

Waliu Taiwo Not Fit to Represent Ogun West in the Senate – Stakeholders

As preparations for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections gain momentum, political activities are heating up, with aspirants beginning to declare their intentions to contest various offices. In Ogun State, one of the emerging contenders for the Ogun West Senatorial District seat under the All Progressives Congress (APC) is Hon. Waliu Taiwo, Chairman of the Ogun State House of Assembly Service Commission.  Taiwo reportedly seeks to replace Senator Solomon Adeola Olamilekan, popularly known as Yayi, who is rumoured to have plans to succeed Governor Dapo Abiodun after his second term. However, some political stakeholders and elders in the Ogun West Senatorial District are reportedly opposing Taiwo’s ambition, arguing that he is unfit to represent the area in the Senate. Sources within the APC claimed that these stakeholders believe Taiwo lacks the credentials, vision, and capacity required for such a position.  They accused him of being driven by personal interests rather than a genui...
Post a Comment
Read more