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LG Autonomy: Governors Urged To Back Tinubu For Supreme Court Compliance.
According to Nivo News, the Secretary General of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, Mohammed Abubakar, and human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong have called on state governors to support President Bola Tinubu in implementing local government autonomy. They emphasized the need for governors to respect the Supreme Court ruling that granted financial independence to local councils.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Their appeal follows President Tinubu’s remarks during the 15th National Executive Committee meeting of the All Progressives Congress at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, where he urged compliance with the Supreme Court verdict. Tinubu warned that failure by governors to adhere to the ruling could compel him to issue an executive order ensuring that allocations from the Federation Account are paid directly to local governments.
The President’s position is based on the Supreme Court judgment delivered on July 11, 2024, which upheld the Federal Government’s suit to enforce financial autonomy for local councils. Abubakar, in an interview, described the ruling as unambiguous and stressed that local government funds must be disbursed directly to the councils. He praised Tinubu’s public commitment, saying it demonstrated strong political will to implement autonomy.
Effiong echoed the call, noting that enforcement of the Supreme Court judgment falls under the responsibilities of the Attorney General of the Federation and the President. He criticized governors who resist the ruling, calling their stance “troubling” and urging full compliance to uphold democratic principles.
Both Abubakar and Effiong stressed that cooperation from all stakeholders is essential for the effective implementation of local government autonomy and for respecting the authority of the nation’s highest court.
A Kaduna State High Court has adjourned the hearing of the bail application filed by former governor Nasir El-Rufai to the first week of June 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the matter is before Justice Darius Khobo, who fixed the new date during proceedings held on Tuesday in Kaduna.
El-Rufai is currently facing multiple charges related to alleged financial misconduct and abuse of office, brought against him by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission.
The former governor arrived at the court premises around 9 a.m. in a convoy, accompanied by officials of the anti-corruption agency and operatives of the Department of State Services, with heavy security deployed around the court to control movement.
During the proceedings, several of his supporters gathered outside the courtroom, while security personnel maintained order to prevent any disruption.
Speaking after the session, his counsel, Ukpon Akpan, raised concerns over the repeated adjournments of the bail application, suggesting that the delays may be politically motivated.
The court is expected to resume hearing of the case in June.
Meanwhile, El-Rufai has alleged a fresh attempt to implicate him in additional criminal activities, warning of what he described as coordinated efforts to damage his reputation and prolong his detention.
Nigeria’s newly appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Jimoh Ibrahim, has stated that President Bola Tinubu is focused on tackling the root causes of insecurity by addressing long-standing grievances within the country and across the region.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Bamidele Kehinde, Director of Dynamic Ambassadors for Social Orientation Initiatives and the City Transformation Project, has expressed appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria for its efforts in securing the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who was reportedly held in detention in the Republic of Benin for over two years under difficult conditions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Pastor Egbaji, a Nigerian cleric, was said to have endured harsh treatment during his detention, including prolonged confinement. His release followed a presidential pardon granted by the authorities in Benin Republic under President Patrice Talon.
Speaking on News Central TV, Dr. Kehinde praised the diplomatic efforts that led to the cleric’s freedom, describing the process as lengthy and challenging. He noted that significant progress was achieved after Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu was appointed Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
He stated that although there was no personal connection or financial influence involved, the minister actively engaged Benin Republic authorities through diplomatic channels. According to him, her visit and negotiations played a key role in securing Pastor Egbaji’s release.
Dr. Kehinde also commended all individuals and institutions that contributed to the advocacy efforts, including Moses Eyo, Dickson Umu Unung, the Cross River State Government, CP Alobi Lawrence (rtd), Joseph Bisong Ayi, Blessing Harrison, Eze Sampson, and Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo.
He said their combined efforts were instrumental in achieving the cleric’s freedom.
He added that while Egbaji’s release is a major relief, the cleric now faces the task of recovering and rebuilding his life after years of hardship. He called for continued support to help him reintegrate into society.
Dr. Kehinde also urged stronger government commitment to protecting Nigerian citizens abroad and enhancing diplomatic engagement across West Africa to prevent similar cases in the future.
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