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The truth is that Anioma State is the most viable, most significant and most consequential of all the claims for state creation especially in Southeast.

Create Anioma and add it to Southeast. All other National Assembly member with any other proposal for creation of state in Southeast should drop it.

About 90 Senators Back Bill For Anioma State Creation in Push for Southeast Equity

Anioma State creation proposal has garnered support from about 90 senators, surpassing the constitutional threshold for state creation.

A major milestone in Nigeria’s quest for equitable state creation and inclusive development is beginning to take shape, as an overwhelming number of senators in the 10th National Assembly have reportedly declared support for the creation of Anioma State proposed to become the sixth state in the Southeast geopolitical zone.

With about 90 Senators, well above the required two-thirds constitutional threshold, reportedly already backing Senate Bill 481, there are indications that the initiative has gained unprecedented national traction.

Leading voices from across party lines, religious and regional affiliations were said to have rallied behind the movement, anchored by Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North Senatorial District.

The bill, formally introduced in the Senate as part of the ongoing constitutional amendment process, sought to promote equity, national cohesion, and federal balance by addressing the historical underrepresentation of the Southeast in Nigeria’s state structure.

Sources listed those publicly endorsing the proposal as including the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin; Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele and Senate Leader, Abba Moro.


They also included former governors Adams Oshiomhole (Edo), Seriake Dickson (Bayelsa), Orji Uzor Kalu (Abia); and Southeast political heavyweight Victor Umeh.

The proposal was also said to be enjoying the backing of former Ogun State Governor, Gbenga Daniel; FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe; former Plateau Governor, Simon Lalong; and Anambra North Senator, Tony Nwoye.

Their unified support underscored the national character of the movement and signalled its strong prospects for legislative and eventual executive approval.

Nwoko, in a letter dated May 27, 2025, urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his colleagues to back the bill, citing the urgent need for justice, equity, and inclusive development.

According to political analysts, the Anioma State proposal has now moved from mere agitation to a concrete legislative reality.

https://x.com/arisetv/status/1947169858937852030?s=46&t=2AB_wrBea-oBYJf5ZCFV-A

Nlfpmod
Mynd44
Fergie001

This is a good progress. Anioma state is long over due

The bill can't still pass. There are other new states creation request. Which should go first?

What do we even need new states for self, how economic sufficient are the current 36 states?

If successfully created the old allocation of Delta must not exceed new allocation for Anioma and Delta put together ooo. Otherwise expect thw north and West to collude and create 100 states.

Of what use is state creation at this point? Atimes, it seems the devil personally scripts priorities for some people.

What will Anioma state gain that cannot be achieved currently if competent leaders are elected into power.

Why we have so many dead states across the country. Less than 7 states are living in the entirety of the 36 states, and some of you still canvassing for more dead states.

CodeTemplarr:
If successfully created the old allocation of Delta must not exceed new allocation for Anioma and Delta put together ooo. Otherwise expect thw north and West to collude and create 100 states.

Make the north and west come together and create 1,000 states na. Wetin concern us?

Since you lots have zero sense of equity in your veins.

I’ve just confirmed that what you guys have against the East is beyond politics, it’s pure hatred, wickedness and vicious malice.

But las las, Anioma State will be created and all you can do is distant hisses.

Who don pass you don pass you.

CodeTemplarr:
If successfully created the old allocation of Delta must not exceed new allocation for Anioma and Delta put together ooo. Otherwise expect thw north and West to collude and create 100 states.

Your kind is always convulsing once anything equity and justice is being discussed. I hope you can also inform.the govt to ensure the resources extracted from all the states are equal?

Penguin2:
Make the north and west come together and create 1,000 states na. Wetin concern us?

Since you lots have zero sense of equity in your veins.

I’ve just confirmed that what you guys have against the East is beyond politics, it’s pure hatred, wickedness and vicious malice.

But las las, Anioma State will be created and all you can do is distant hisses.

Who don pass you don pass you.

Bros, you just confirmed!? I found that out years ago!

PHIPEX:
Your kind is always convulsing once anything equity and justice is being discussed. I hope you can also inform.the govt to ensure the resources extracted from all the states are equal?

creation of states is not equity. It is divisive politics. If Anioma has resources as they v claimed(our oyel), why are you threatened? It means state creation motive is actually is to atttact more funds, thereby making my initial submission accurate.

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Penguin2:
Make the north and west come together and create 1,000 states na. Wetin concern us?

Since you lots have zero sense of equity in your veins.

I’ve just confirmed that what you guys have against the East is beyond politics, it’s pure hatred, wickedness and vicious malice.

But las las, Anioma State will be created and all you can do is distant hisses.

Who don pass you don pass you.

Anioma state is not about the east or fairness. It is about the bag. The whole eastern five states plus Ikwerre(rivers igbo), Delta Igbo, edo igbo(igbanke) and SS Igbos is still not up to kaduna, kwara or Niger each. Where is the equity in that.

Because you heard SE ..
Because you heard ANIOMA..
Because it will be an IGBO State...


You are now talking down on it. God will make the Anioma State a reality. With Access to every conceivable development.

Thank you

helinues:
The bill can't still pass. There are other new states creation request. Which should go first?

What do we even need new states for self, how economic sufficient are the current 36 states?

They fear and envy what they can't suppress or conquer.

That is why IGBOs are the real deal in NIGERIA. Without Government patronage and decades of marginalization the SE is still the best Urban -Rural developed region in NIGERIA.

They can't stand it..that is why they are against anything to give IGBOs equal leverage.

They manufacture propaganda and stereotype IGBOs but it doesn't stop the growth trajectory.

After shouting that IGBOs have 'Miracle centers ' the SE still has the highest cutoff marks for any national exam and you tell me this is not deliberate?

The beautiful thing is that they can't take what they dish out senselessly...and when the tides turn. IGBOs will really dish it out robustly, be it in NIGERIA or as seperate Nations.

That is a PROMISE..

IGBOPROMISE1:
Bros, you just confirmed!? I found that out years ago!

esnbrutality:
Because you heard SE ..
Because you heard ANIOMA..
Because it will be an IGBO State...


You are now talking down on it. God will make the Anioma State a reality. With Access to every conceivable development.

Thank you

How many proposed state do we currently have?

What's special about Anioma state amongst the rest?

You see una life now??
You are claiming "let us go" "biafla or death" etc but none of the 90 NASS members could move a motion for secession.
Clowns.
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Penguin2:
The truth is that Anioma State is the most viable, most significant and most consequential of all the claims for state creation especially in Southeast.

Create Anioma and add it to Southeast. All other National Assembly member with any other proposal for creation of state in Southeast should drop it.

https://x.com/arisetv/status/1947169858937852030?s=46&t=2AB_wrBea-oBYJf5ZCFV-A

Nlfpmod
Mynd44
Fergie001

You see una life now??
You are disturbing our peace with "let us go" "biafla or death" etc but NONE of these 90 NASS members could move a motion for secession. Instead u are shooking your head more and more into the 'zoo-geria' u so despise.

Ndi-Clowns.

Penguin2:
The truth is that Anioma State is the most viable, most significant and most consequential of all the claims for state creation especially in Southeast.

Create Anioma and add it to Southeast. All other National Assembly member with any other proposal for creation of state in Southeast should drop it.

https://x.com/arisetv/status/1947169858937852030?s=46&t=2AB_wrBea-oBYJf5ZCFV-A

Nlfpmod
Mynd44
Fergie001

The hate is borne out of jealousy and envy. They claim it's pomposity and that is a blatant LIE.

They just need a negative narrative to gaslight IGBOs and generate hatred for IGBOs and any values they hold dear.

The levels..be say IGBOs pass them in spirit and in physical sense.

Nuff said

Penguin2:
Make the north and west come together and create 1,000 states na. Wetin concern us?

Since you lots have zero sense of equity in your veins.

I’ve just confirmed that what you guys have against the East is beyond politics, it’s pure hatred, wickedness and vicious malice.

But las las, Anioma State will be created and all you can do is distant hisses.

Who don pass you don pass you.

Penguin2:
The truth is that Anioma State is the most viable, most significant and most consequential of all the claims for state creation especially in Southeast.

Create Anioma and add it to Southeast. All other National Assembly member with any other proposal for creation of state in Southeast should drop it.

https://x.com/arisetv/status/1947169858937852030?s=46&t=2AB_wrBea-oBYJf5ZCFV-A

Nlfpmod
Mynd44
Fergie001

Arisetv/Thisday have been churning out false stories, same false story about First Holdco plc.

Senate has approved the creation of 12 states and Anioma is never one of it. No inch of Delta state will be added to SE, efforts in futility,

I've come to realize that that whatever
'ndi-obidients' are accusing you of is at least 10 times what they are actually doing to you.

Una gaslighting don cast!

Penguin2:
Make the north and west come together and create 1,000 states na. Wetin concern us?

Since you lots have zero sense of equity in your veins.

I’ve just confirmed that what you guys have against the East is beyond politics, it’s pure hatred, wickedness and vicious malice.

But las las, Anioma State will be created and all you can do is distant hisses.

Who don pass you don pass you.

Anioma State makes you CRY that is why it's special.

helinues:
How many proposed state do we currently have?

What's special about Anioma state amongst the rest?

They are just afraid because they won't be shouting no access to sea or landlock again. Tears will plenty for here today

helinues:
The bill can't still pass. There are other new states creation request. Which should go first?

What do we even need new states for self, how economic sufficient are the current 36 states?

Actually for Nigeria to further progress, more new states needs to be created really.

Every region in Nigeria should have equal number of states no matter their land mass.


Since we are moving towards state level managed resources and tax, it will be the burden of each state to find way to pilot the affairs of their state.



There is no justifiable logic for some regions to have more states than the others.


Check Europe as a continent, some of their countries, our states like Lagos, Kano, etc have more population than them yet they were given the freedom to become an independent nation irrespective of their population or landmass.



But in Africa, we cherish and celebrate injustice with flimsy excuses.


Give each of the 6 geopolitical zones equal number of states and let them carry the burden to run and develop their states.


Europe is peaceful and super developed more than any other continent because they recognized the power of ethnic/traditional differences in human leadership and goal pursuit as a people.


The more people are closely related in culture, tradition and in dialect/language, the easier it is for them to agree on common goals, and the lesser the differences and cries of marginalization.


The more micro leadership is, the easier it is to govern humans. Government need to be very close to the people in Africa for us to have more efficient and effective leadership than can lead to our collective progress

I thought it's Biafra or death.

Those Israelis wey dey hope to extend ipob south just wan willingly cry the more, believing this fake news, even when they have seen the video. I have the link of the video where akpabio announced the 12 state proposal. Adim and either adada or orashi state for eastern blooders.na still we go vote for leferendum

Putindbutt:
Arisetv/Thisday have been churning out false stories, same false story about First Holdco plc.

Senate has approved the creation of 12 states and Anioma is never one of it. No inch of Delta state will be added to SE, efforts in futility,

So you are now more credible than Arise TV/Thisday?

Or where is your source?

CodeTemplarr:
creation of states is not equity. It is divisive politics. If Anioma has resources as they v claimed(our oyel), why are you threatened? It means state creation motive is actually is to atttact more funds, thereby making my initial submission accurate.

What, precisely, is wrong with advocating for increased financial allocations to the communities from which Nigeria’s extractive resources originate?.

If equity and development are the goals, then redirecting more funds to these areas is both justifiable and necessary. One must also ask: What was President Tinubu’s motivation in establishing additional Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos?.

After all, Nigeria’s corporate existence and economic foundation rest largely on the exploitation of natural resources. It is only fair that the regions bearing the burden of extraction receive proportional benefits.

ottersberger:
What, precisely, is wrong with advocating for increased financial allocations to the communities from which Nigeria’s extractive resources originate?.

If equity and development are the goals, then redirecting more funds to these areas is both justifiable and necessary. One must also ask: What was President Tinubu’s motivation in establishing additional Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos?.

After all, Nigeria’s corporate existence and economic foundation rest largely on the exploitation of natural resources. It is only fair that the regions bearing the burden of extraction receive proportional benefits.

mention the communities with the anioma state thats giving Nigeria these extrative resources.