Soludo Rejects Absolute Autonomy, Signs Anambra LG Law, Video Emerges

• Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has voiced strong opposition to granting full autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas
• During the signing of the Anambra State Local Government Administration Law 2024 on October 14, Soludo emphasized the importance of collaboration between the state and local governments
• The new legislation mandates that the 21 local governments in Anambra must remit a portion of their federal allocations into a consolidated account

Awka, Anambra - Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has expressed his firm opposition to granting full autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas (LGAs).

This, the governor, warned that it could result in “humongous chaos.”

His comments came on Tuesday, Octover 14, during a signing ceremony for the Anambra State Local Government Administration Law 2024 at the Governor’s Lodge in Awka, the state capital, Channels Television reported.

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The legislation, passed by the State House of Assembly last Thursday, mandates a structured collaboration between the state and local governments, emphasizing the need for unity in governance.

Soludo calls for collaboration among all tiers of govt

In his address, Soludo emphasized the importance of collaboration among all tiers of government, referencing a Supreme Court ruling that advocates for a cooperative framework.

He stated,

“No tier of government enjoys absolute autonomy. Only a collaborative framework will guarantee people-centred governance.”

Furthermore, Soludo underscored the need for the Anambra State Government to work in conjunction with local governments to address issues related to security and welfare.

As part of the new legislation, the 21 local governments in Anambra are required to remit a portion of their federal allocations into a consolidated account overseen by the state government.

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Shops, markets shut down as Anambra traders defy governor Soludo's order against Monday sit-at-home

See the video below:

Anambra traders defy Governor Soludo's order against sit-at-home

In another development, Legit.ng reported that despite Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo’s stern directive to end the sit-at-home order, traders in major commercial cities across the state, including Onitsha, Nnewi, Obosi, and Ekwulobia, kept their shops shut on Monday. October 14.

Markets like the Onitsha Main Market, Ochanja Market, and Nkpor Motor Parts Market were largely deserted, with most shops locked, disrupting economic activities.

Source: Legit.ng