Supreme Court Ruling On local Governments To Be Implemented Immediately, Says Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi

Supreme Court Ruling On local Governments To Be Implemented Immediately, Says Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi

On July 12, the Supreme Court ordered the federal government to allocate funds directly to local government councils, bypassing state governments. The seven-member panel found that state governors have been misappropriating funds intended for LGAs……. CONTINUE READING 

Additionally, the court mandated that the federal government must withhold allocations from LGAs led by unelected officials, ensuring funds are managed by elected representatives.

After meeting with President Bola Tinubu, Fagbemi underscored that the Supreme Court’s decision would take “immediate effect.” He emphasized that state governors are now required to conduct LGA elections, with the ruling outlining penalties for non-compliance.

Fagbemi stated:

“Naturally, this is a cause for celebration. Nigerians are happy about it. I refer to this as a local government emancipation judgment, as it liberates local governments from past constraints.

“I hope local government officials seize this opportunity to foster development within their communities.

“The ruling clearly outlines their responsibilities and the consequences for failing to adhere to the Supreme Court’s decision, which is effective immediately.”