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Finally The Bill to Create New State In Nigeria Passes Second Reading in House of Representatives

A bill seeking the creation of Ogoja State has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives....For More READ THE FULL STORY▶▶

The bill, sponsored by Godwin Offiono and three other lawmakers, aims to amend the 1999 Constitution to create an additional state in the South-south region.

It seeks to address the long-standing demand for a separate state by the people of Ogoja.

If passed into law, Ogoja State would become the seventh state in the South-south region, potentially bringing about a new wave of development and representation to the area. Moving the motion, Mr. Offiono emphasized that the “essence of this bill is rooted in equity.”...For More READ THE FULL STORY ▶▶

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