Afe Babalola Calls for National Referendum to Create 18 New States in Nigeria
Renowned legal expert Afe Babalola has advocated for a national referendum to create 18 new states in Nigeria. In his publication, "Creation of Additional 18 States: The Need for Referendum," Babalola questions the sustainability and rationale behind expanding Nigeria's current state structure.
He highlights the historical context of state creation in Nigeria and expresses concerns about the potential negative impact of adding more states without proper justification. Babalola emphasizes the importance of addressing structural imbalances in the country's political and economic systems.
He also calls for urgent reforms in areas such as reducing the number of legislative chambers and cutting down on salaries and allowances to improve governance efficiency.
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