House of Representatives moves forward with bill for Etiti state creation in South-East Nigeria, aiming to enhance regional governance and development.
In a significant development, a bill advocating for the creation of a new state in the South-East of Nigeria has successfully passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. Co-sponsored by lawmakers including Amobi Ogah, Miriam Onuoha, Kama Nkemkama, Chinwe Nnabuife, and Anayo Onwuegbu, the proposed legislation aims to amend the 1999 Constitution to establish "Etiti" state. This new state would be formed from parts of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo states, with Lokpanta designated as its capital and encompassing 11 local government areas. The bill underscores the goal of achieving regional parity and administrative efficiency within the South-East.
Amobi Ogah emphasized that the creation of Etiti state addresses longstanding issues of balanced regional development and effective governance. He stressed that the move aligns with democratic principles of equity and inclusivity, marking a crucial step towards equitable representation and socio-economic progress in the region.
The bill received approval via voice vote led by House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas during Thursday's plenary session, following its initial reading on July 2nd. This legislative milestone reflects growing support for addressing regional disparities and enhancing governance efficiency through the establishment of Etiti state.
