States Warned Against Disobeying Supreme Court Ruling
NGF Assures Compliance with Verdict
The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees and the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria are urging the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit to track council funds and prevent diversion by state governors. ALGON plans to utilize financial autonomy to tackle grassroots issues like security and infrastructure.
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling declaring the unconstitutional diversion of local government funds by state governors, NULGE President Akeem Ambali supported the decision, emphasizing the importance of abiding by NFIU guidelines to prevent funds misappropriation.
The judgement was hailed by various groups and political parties, with many viewing it as a step towards enhancing democracy and empowering local governments. Governors pledged compliance and support for the devolution of power regarding local government autonomy.
Key Points:
- States urged to comply with Supreme Court ruling on local government autonomy
- NGF signals willingness to adhere to the verdict
- Local government associations express readiness to utilize financial autonomy for development