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Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by Nobody: 11:57am On Nov 30, 2012
Only Arguing for their own benefit and more thieving.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 12:01pm On Nov 30, 2012
Edo State
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 12:02pm On Nov 30, 2012
Ekiti State

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Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by phoneport(m): 12:09pm On Nov 30, 2012
Am more sadden by these irrelevant noise about sovereignty, nationality, state identity, flag flying and anthem singing ulabalu.
Of what relevance have these to the hungry, unemployed, illiterate and frustrated individuals on the street.
I feel this is a misplacement of priority.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by PROUDIGBO(m): 12:12pm On Nov 30, 2012
How come it's only northerners (and the Olanlere guy) that are kicking against a federating unit expressing its individuality and ethnic-pride?

If you feel threatened by innocent expressions and symbols that define a people, then i think it says more about your true feelings (and fears maybe? undecided) about your 'strong' and 'united' one Nigeria; shouldn't you then be trying to find out why you feel so insecure about your 'one Nigeria' and look for ways to make your country a truly inclusive, united, and more importantly- safe country for all?

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Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by EzePromoe: 12:16pm On Nov 30, 2012
Boko Haram flag

Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by Afam4eva(m): 12:24pm On Nov 30, 2012
naptu2: Each state of the United States of America has its own flag, yet the US hasn't broken up.

The federating units of Nigeria have had their individual flags since 1960, yet Nigeria hasn't broken up. What are these people talking about? Do they know what federalism is about?
It shouldn't be whether or not it's done in the US. The point is, does the constitution have any provision for state flags and anthems? Mind you the US that you're citing, every state runs like a country. They control their resources unlike here in Nigeria.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 12:31pm On Nov 30, 2012
afam4eva:
It shouldn't be whether or not it's done in the US. The point is, does the constitution have any provision for state flags and anthems? Mind you the US that you're citing, every state runs like a country. They control their resources unlike here in Nigeria.

In fact, there's a law in Nigeria that currently permits state flags and specifies how they should be flown. That's what some reps are currently trying to amend. I just gave the US example to show that it's not strange in a federal system.

Law coming up.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by 5much(m): 12:34pm On Nov 30, 2012
can they discuss more serious issues
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 12:38pm On Nov 30, 2012
5much: can they discuss more serious issues

Thank you. There is no need to amend the law at this time.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 12:38pm On Nov 30, 2012
johnie: The laws of the federation recognises that states could have their own flags:



Flags And Coat Of Arms Act, Chapter 148, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 1990

Section 4


(1) Subject to the provisions of this section, if in any public place in Nigeria the National Flag is to be exhibited or flown for any purpose, it shall not be exhibited with or be flown on the same staff or cross bar with the flag of any State, or the flag of any Commonwealth or foreign country; and the National Flag or any other flag when exhibited or flown shall not appear in a defaced or tattered condition; but the National Flag shall not be deemed to be defaced by reason only of the fact that it is embodied in or forms part of a State flag.

(2) Where the flag of any State is flown in the State to which it relates or elsewhere than in the Federal Capital Territory Abuja, it shall not be necessary for the National Flag to be flown at the same time; but if the flag of a State and the National Flag are to be flown at the same time in a public place in that State or elsewhere in Nigeria, the National Flag of at least the same size as the State flag shall fly above that of any State flag.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 12:49pm On Nov 30, 2012
Oops! I forgot to include the link to the act.

http://www.nigeria-law.org/FlagsAndCoatOfArmsAct.htm
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by chucky234(m): 1:35pm On Nov 30, 2012
Chronic incompetent goons parading themselves as reps,a true federalism gives freedom to states to have their coat of arms,anthems and flags if they wish for any and that's how federalism is practice the world over.
Those idi:ots runs our nation like a communist community yet refers to nation as a federal republic,they should be send back to secondary schools to study the basic elementary of govt.
Regions had their flags and coat of arms in the 60s and states since mid 90s,it has absolutely nothing to do with national unity or national disintegration.
They wasted hours arguing about flags and anthems while there more pressing issues threatening our existence begging for attention,besotted goons.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by Ribaman(m): 1:40pm On Nov 30, 2012
The reaction to this matter conclusively confirms the fact that the National Assembly is full of certificated and functional illiterates.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 1:41pm On Nov 30, 2012
I'm a bit busy at the moment and there are still more state flags. Click on this link if you want to see the state flags, Commander in Chief's flag, President's flag, flags of pre-colonial empires and kingdoms, etc.

https://www.nairaland.com/1062509/nigeria-good-bad-beautiful-ugly/32

I'll try and post them on this thread in the evening.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by chucky234(m): 1:44pm On Nov 30, 2012
bokohalal: Corporations,village associations and social groups have flags in Nigeria.
Wetin come concern your village meeting inside state flags and anthems,park for roadside jare.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by PehaKaso: 2:51pm On Nov 30, 2012
[quote
author=PROUD-IGBO]How come it's only northerners (and the Olanlere guy)
that are kicking against a federating unit expressing its individuality
and ethnic-pride?

If you feel threatened by innocent expressions and symbols that define a
people, then i think it says more about your true feelings (and fears
maybe? undecided) about your 'strong' and 'united' one Nigeria; shouldn't you
then be trying to find out why you feel so insecure about your 'one
Nigeria' and look for ways to make your country a truly inclusive,
united, and more importantly- safe country for all? [/quote] You took d words right outta my mouth bro sad
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by bokohalal(m): 3:42pm On Nov 30, 2012
chucky234: Wetin come concern your village meeting inside state flags and anthems,park for roadside jare.

Oh boy!
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by cash22(m): 5:15pm On Nov 30, 2012
instead of making the life to be better for the poor masses this people are busy debating rubbish
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 5:54pm On Nov 30, 2012
Ondo State
www.nairaland.com/attachments/886346_Ondo20State20Logo_png5b6014d4e849bb08328c86706662471a
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 5:55pm On Nov 30, 2012
The State of Osun


Flag


Coat of Arms of The State of Osun (the coat of arms is adapted from the Western Region Coat of Arms)
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 5:56pm On Nov 30, 2012
Oyo State


Below: Oyo State logo
[img]https://www.nairaland.com/attachments/886330_Oyo-new-Logo_jpgbf3d5892f77f53860af75d26ed61c3ba[/img]
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 5:57pm On Nov 30, 2012
Kwara State (1967-1970)


Kwara State logo 2012
www.nairaland.com/attachments/886331_Kwara_jpg64e0d4b6161c2fd2fe03021704021348
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 6:04pm On Nov 30, 2012
Delta State


Below: Delta State logo.
[img]https://www.nairaland.com/attachments/886337_Delta-State-logo_jpg67564016bd615d3d6073c9a891498087[/img]
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 6:05pm On Nov 30, 2012
Rivers State (1967-1970)
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 6:06pm On Nov 30, 2012
Kano State (1967-1970)
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by naptu2: 6:07pm On Nov 30, 2012
Kaduna State (1967-1970
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by Nobody: 7:18pm On Nov 30, 2012
naptu2: This is not even a recent development. Before 1960 each region had its regional flag. The regions also had their regional flags between 1960-1966. Each state had its state flag between 1967-1970 and many states have had their flags, coat of arms and anthem since then. It's a sign of federalism (Nigeria is a federal republic).

The practice is found in other federations across the world and those federations have not broken up. What's all the hullabaloo about?
we are not yet into federalism...as long as we remain in this 'false federalism' no state should form such divisive identities.
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by danikik7: 8:23pm On Nov 30, 2012
They are all political comedians,coat- of -arms,flags. is this the main Nigeria problem? When we have the highest rate of youth unemployment plauging the nation,Universities producing graduates without any plan or hope of finding a jobs.
I am convinced they have lost touch with their electorate or constituencies no plans or recommendation on best way to solving this problem.Right now the people we all gave our mandate are feltching an ant infested wood,what will they get------------SOON !
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by ak47mann(m): 8:31pm On Nov 30, 2012
So how about sharia police in the north undecided undecided undecided
Re: Reps Split Over State Flags, Coats Of Arms by Nobody: 8:36pm On Nov 30, 2012
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