Renowned human rights activist and former Senator, Shehu Sani, has strongly criticized the recent proposal by the House of Representatives to create 31 new states in Nigeria, calling it both “ironic and comical.”
Taking to his official X handle, the outspoken former lawmaker lambasted the move, pointing out that many existing states are already struggling financially, surviving solely on federal allocations. He argued that rather than serving the interests of the people, the push for new states is merely a scheme by politicians to carve out “mini colonies” for themselves—a move he views as nothing more than a self-serving political strategy.
Sani’s remarks highlight the growing concerns over governance and economic sustainability in Nigeria, where many states depend heavily on federal funding to function. Critics argue that the proposed creation of additional states would only further strain the nation’s resources while serving the ambitions of political elites rather than addressing real developmental challenges.
The House of Representatives’ proposal has sparked intense debate, with some seeing it as a necessary step for greater regional representation, while others, like Sani, see it as a reckless and unsustainable political maneuver.
As discussions continue, one key question remains: Is Nigeria truly in need of more states, or is this simply a ploy for power and political dominance?
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