In a dramatic and unapologetic address, President Bola Tinubu has once again sounded the alarm to State Governors, warning them to allow Local Government administrations to function unhindered or face the consequences. For the upteenth time, the President has emphasized the importance of respecting the constitutional rights of Local Governments to receive and manage their allocations, and it’s clear that he will not be ignored.
The President’s stern warning, likened to the reading of the Riot Act, should leave no one in doubt about his resolve to wield the “big hammer” if necessary. This is not a bluff, and State Governors would do well to heed the message.
The issue at hand is simple: Local Governments are constitutionally entitled to receive and manage their allocations, and it is the duty of the Federal Government to ensure that this right is respected. The continued interference and manipulation of Local Government funds by State Governors is a clear affront to the constitution and a betrayal of the trust reposed in them by the people.
President Tinubu’s warning is a welcome development, and it is hoped that State Governors will take heed and desist from further meddling in Local Government affairs. The people demand accountability, transparency, and good governance, and it is the responsibility of their elected leaders to deliver.
The President’s bold move is a clear indication to his commitment to strengthening the fabric of our democracy and ensuring that power is devolved to the grassroots level. It is a call to action for State Governors to prioritize the welfare of their citizens and respect the rule of law.
The “big hammer” is out, and it is time for State Governors to take notice. The people are watching, and they will not tolerate any further shenanigans. It is time for action, not rhetoric. The President has spoken, and it is now up to the State Governors to respond.