The House of Representatives has provided an update on the 31 state creation requests currently before the National Assembly. In a statement, the House Committee on Constitutional Review revealed that the requests are being carefully considered, with a focus on ensuring that any new states created are economically viable and meet the necessary constitutional requirements.
According to the Committee, the 31 requests for new states are from various parts of the country, with some of the proposed states including:
– Oduduwa State: Proposed to be carved out of the present Osun and Ogun states
– Kogi West State: Proposed to be carved out of the present Kogi State
– Ijebu State: Proposed to be carved out of the present Ogun State
– Anioma State: Proposed to be carved out of the present Delta State
The Committee emphasized that the creation of new states is a complex process that requires careful consideration of various factors, including economic viability, geographical contiguity, and cultural homogeneity.
We are committed to ensuring that any new states created are in the best interest of the country and meet the necessary constitutional requirements, said the Committee Chairman.
The update from the House of Representatives provides a glimmer of hope for the various groups and communities that have been agitating for the creation of new states. However, it also highlights the complexities and challenges involved in the process, and the need for careful consideration and deliberation.
As the National Assembly continues to consider the 31 state creation requests, Nigerians will be watching with keen interest to see how the process unfolds and what the eventual outcome will be.
