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These are less than what we deserve. However, these are what some State governors do throughout their 8 wasted years. Lagos still leads while no state is following.

I stand with JAGABAN

Lagos has the best local administration in Africa. Alot will argue but when you come and see for yourself you will understand why people don't leave Lagos when they come. The other states are filled with thivs in the local government level

Kudos to them. They did well. I hope the incoming LGA chairmen will follow their footsteps

Nice accomplishment by the government of the day

The next waec result will show whether schools truely got commissioned. People are looting and have given u crumbs and u are claiming commissioning. Keep joking

Good works i must say 👏🏾

Better than what some state governors can offer in their 8-year reign as governors

Obi couldn't build a single school throughout his 9 years tenure I'm Anambra. Gbajue Master

Abeg where is Agbado Oke Odo by the chairman named Hon Famuyiwa?
I wish they have something to show us to show there.
Please we need to see more of their testimonials. This is really impressive and encourages someone like me to aspire someday.

Krankhead:
Obi couldn't build a single school throughout his 9 years tenure I'm Anambra. Gbajue Master

Obi is not fit to be an LCDA chairman anywhere in the Southwest.

How someone like that became a two term governor elsewhere is something that should be in the curriculum of all universities.

omoredia:
The next waec result will show whether schools truely got commissioned. People are looting and have given u crumbs and u are claiming commissioning. Keep joking

Show us the crumbs your state governor or local government chairmen are giving in terms of projects or service delivery.
Bitterness and hatred are signs of low self esteem

Na why Dem block road throughout yesterday
Nigerians and aso ebi mentality

A CALL FOR CLARITY AND CONSTITUTIONAL INTERPRETATION:
The Rivers State Case Before the Supreme Court

I am not a politician, and I have no intention of becoming one at this time - even though I studied Political Science and was actively involved in student politics, at some point, contested and won an election on campus, which led to my emergence as the Speaker of the Students' Union Government Parliament. My decision not to enter politics is not because I am a clergyman or that it is somehow sinful. No. Politics, in itself, is not a sin. As members of society, we are all inevitably affected by political decisions made through the mechanisms of governance, particularly within the framework of the Social Contract Theory.

However, my personal decision to avoid politics is based on the unfortunate reality of our present political climate - one that has been marred by partisanship, manipulation, and a troubling lack of accountability. That said, my interest in this matter stems not from partisan loyalty, but from a genuine concern for constitutional order and the future of democratic governance in Nigeria.

On March 18, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a six-month State of Emergency in Rivers State under Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution, suspending the elected Governor, Deputy Governor, and all Members of the State Assembly. He appointed Retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the Sole Administrator.

In response, seven - and later eleven - PDP Governors filed a suit (SC/CV/329/2025) at the Supreme Court. They argue that the President lacks constitutional authority to suspend elected officials or dissolve state institutions via emergency rule - claiming this violates Sections 1(2), 5(2), 176, 180, 188, 192, and 305.

They’re asking the apex court among others to:
1. Nullify the emergency declaration and the suspension of democratic institutions.
2. Prohibit future abuse of such power.
3. Void the appointment of a sole administrator.

Since then, many of us are left wondering: Why has the Supreme Court not delivered judgment on this matter?

What is delaying the hearing and determination of the case? Is there an intentional stalling of justice to allow the situation to be overtaken by events and, thereby, justify an eventual ruling that favours the presidency?

Let me be clear: this is not about Governor Siminalayi Fubara, former Governor Nyesom Wike, or President Bola Tinubu. Frankly, I am not concerned with their individual political ambitions or internal rivalries. Most of our contemporary politicians, regardless of how they try to rebrand themselves or appeal to the public, have historically not demonstrated genuine care for the welfare of the masses.

My concern lies with the integrity of our constitutional democracy and the rule of law. We are a federal republic, and in a federal system, governmental powers are constitutionally divided between the national and subnational governments. The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) makes provision for the autonomy of democratically elected officials at both the state and national levels.

Thus, can a sitting President, unilaterally and without due process, suspend a democratically elected governor or dissolve institutions created by the Constitution? If so, where does the Constitution permit such action? If not, what is the constitutional remedy? These are the questions that demand urgent and authoritative interpretation from the Supreme Court.

If this issue remains unresolved, it may set a dangerous precedent that future Presidents could exploit. It opens a constitutional vacuum that could lead to executive tyranny - a scenario where elected state officials may be suspended at will by federal authorities under vague claims of "Emergency Rule."

Therefore, we respectfully call on the Supreme Court of Nigeria to give this case the attention it urgently deserves. We also appeal to constitutional lawyers, civil society organizations, and all defenders of democracy and justice to speak up and demand clarity and accountability.

Let this not be swept under the carpet. For the sake of constitutional governance and the preservation of democratic norms, we ask:

Why has this case not been given a speedy hearing?

This is not a matter of party politics, but a call for justice, legality, and constitutional fidelity. The future of our democracy may very well depend on how this moment is handled.

God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

— Pastor Jerry A. H.

The State has money. Both the LCDA and State can still generate revenue in other states ,it's not the same. This is commendable

Odobaone:
Lagos has the best local administration in Africa. Alot will argue but when you come and see for yourself you will understand why people don't leave Lagos when they come. The other states are filled with thivs in the local government level

"The other States are filled with thivs in the local government level"

There is this yoruba adage that says because you havent visited other people's farms before,you think it is only your father's farm that is the biggest

Other States LG too are doing good and massive projects. Below is a dual road constructies by the Lagelu LG in Oyo State.

https://feedbackoysg.com/completed-8-3-km-akobo-ojurin-olorunda-abaa-road/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLwI6ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhPqAvigRbUIEKAo94BmGPU5Ap-mQCIsFaPkJT7L7F_SsNZjf0yeuRG3YunI_aem_jcBJ_Efmz4YJqXAGPCWHXA

You will not believe all the noise Alex Otti as been making for the past 2 years he is yet to complete this number of projects.

omoredia:
The next waec result will show whether schools truely got commissioned. People are looting and have given u crumbs and u are claiming commissioning. Keep joking

Combine all the LGA chairmen in your entire sit at home region for they past 16 years, they have not done half of what the Agboyi guy did in the past 8 years.

UpaIweka:
You will not believe all the noise Alex Otti as been making for the past 2 years he is yet to complete this number of projects.

The Chairman of Kosofe LGA has completed more projects than Alex Otti.

I wept for the future of Abia state when I saw Otti carry his 2 children to commission a 400metres road.

I don't know what that state did to deserve this.

oyoofong:
The State has money. Both the LCDA and State can still generate revenue in other states ,it's not the same. This is commendable

Yes
In some states, their Governor is using 1.5 Billion to buy 2 Hiluxes but his people are celebrating gutters.

Their own money is for building gutters while they owe doctors and teachers.

Tiney:
Na why Dem block road throughout yesterday
Nigerians and aso ebi mentality

If you don't like it, go back to your state where they are commissioning cemeteries and wheelbarrows.

Krankhead:
Obi couldn't build a single school throughout his 9 years tenure I'm Anambra. Gbajue Master

You see that jollof Obi is serving, he can only do it in that place where they have never experienced good governance.

He is not qualified to even be a waiter where Lagos LG Chairmen in Lagos are having a meeting.

In any political meeting in Lagos, he can only be useful in washing the plates, cutting the grass and feeding the dogs.

UpaIweka:
You will not believe all the noise Alex Otti as been making for the past 2 years he is yet to complete this number of projects.

Yarimo was saying this thing but we all thought it was a joke. Now, even those defending Otti are quiet because he's a garnished, decorated and well marinated failure.

omoredia:
The next waec result will show whether schools truely got commissioned. People are looting and have given u crumbs and u are claiming commissioning. Keep joking

.... People from sadeast,you shall know them by their utterances.

Gboom:
Show us the crumbs your state governor or local government chairmen are giving in terms of projects or service delivery.
Bitterness and hatred are signs of low self esteem

If u are looking through a pinhole who can convince u that u are not seeing the bigger picture? Keep joking

omoredia:
If u are looking through a pinhole who can convince u that u are not seeing the bigger picture? Keep joking

He has started speaking in parables.
Achievements have put sense in his head.

Were were all here when Bestmanfornow opened like 5 threads go celebrate a water fountain in Anambra.

Or, have you forgotten how they nearly declared a public holiday in Abia because of Julius Berger sign board?

If the current LG chairman from Agboyi Ketu were to be from Igboland, you would have made him a god. You will have his statues everywhere and be pouring libation in his name

LCDA chairman built 5 primary health care, 1 fire station, 3 primary schools but Obi that was governors for 8 years did not build any of these. Only renovated some existing ones.

Bariga is always a Scam
Ask Alabi about Mafowoku Market

happney65:
"The other States are filled with thivs in the local government level"

There is this yoruba adage that says because you havent visited other people's farms before,you think it is only your father's farm that is the biggest

Other States LG too are doing good and massive projects. Below is a dual road constructies by the Lagelu LG in Oyo State.

https://feedbackoysg.com/completed-8-3-km-akobo-ojurin-olorunda-abaa-road/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLwI6ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhPqAvigRbUIEKAo94BmGPU5Ap-mQCIsFaPkJT7L7F_SsNZjf0yeuRG3YunI_aem_jcBJ_Efmz4YJqXAGPCWHXA

The one in Oyo State was not fully handled by the Local Government, the state government did that project under the disguised of being done by local government in conjunction with Oyo State Govt.

Lagos LCDA chairmen doing what other states governors are doing. Kudos

omoredia:
If u are looking through a pinhole who can convince u that u are not seeing the bigger picture? Keep joking

Stop this unnecessary idiomatic expression, show the workings of your state governor and local government chairmen and stop castigating other people's projects