Bola Tinubu Urges Governors to Support State Police and Local Government Autonomy
Bola Tinubu, addressing APC governors, emphasized the need for financial autonomy for local government councils and the establishment of state police. He highlighted the importance of complying with the Supreme Court's ruling on local government autonomy.
Attendees included prominent figures like Kashim Shettima, Godswil Akpabio, and Hope Uzodinma. Tinubu stressed the significance of grassroots governance and urged leaders to promote tolerance and flexibility.
The call for direct access to funds for local governments was a key point in his address.
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