PRP calls for direct federal allocation to local governments

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Concern has been raised by the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) regarding the President’s alleged lobbying efforts by state governors to prevent the direct distribution of federal funds to local government authorities, LGAs.

In a statement released Tuesday by National Publicity Secretary Muhammad Ishaq, the party reaffirmed its steadfast dedication to preserving the fiscal autonomy tenets outlined in the Nigerian Constitution and highlighted by the historic July 11, 2024, Supreme Court decision.

He said: “It is disheartening to observe that, despite the clear legal framework affirming the financial independence of Local Governments, some of our emperor State Governors are utilizing their influence to undermine this critical democratic process.

“The Supreme Court’s decision to mandate that federal allocations be directed to the accounts of democratically elected local government councils was aimed at ensuring transparency, accountability, and the effective use of funds at the grassroots level.

“It is also meant to stop the blatant abuse of local government funds by state governments in the much abused joint accounts of states and local governments.

“Any attempts to divert these funds back to state governments jeopardise the very essence of local government financial autonomy and reflect a disregard for constitutional mandates.”

In order to give elected LGAs the autonomy to efficiently manage their resources, attend to the needs of their constituents, and support the general development of their communities, the party further stated that it is essential that funds designated for local governments be distributed directly to and without intervention.

It stated that it firmly supports the local government authorities in opposing any attempt to use local government funds to pay off debts that are not legitimately supported by nor utilized for the councils’ own advantage.

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