Supreme Court Declares State Governors’ Control Over Local Government Funds Unconstitutional
Abuja, Nigeria – In a landmark ruling on Thursday, the Supreme Court declared that it is unconstitutional for state governors to withhold funds allocated to local government administrations.
Justice Emmanuel Agim, delivering the lead judgement, emphasized that the 774 local government councils across Nigeria should have autonomous control over their finances. The ruling underscores the necessity for local governments to independently manage their allocated funds, reinforcing their financial autonomy.
This decision marks a significant step towards ensuring the financial independence of local governments, aiming to enhance their ability to deliver essential services and foster development at the grassroots level.