The Kano Network of NGOs (KANET) has lauded the Supreme Court’s recent judgment affirming the autonomy of Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria, marking a historic stride towards grassroots empowerment and development.
Key Benefits of LGA Autonomy
1. Enhanced Security: Local governments can now tailor security measures to address specific community challenges.
2. Boosted Employment: Autonomous LGAs can create jobs and stimulate local economies through customized programs.
3. Improved Education: Local control allows for the development of educational initiatives that meet community needs.
4. Promoted Peace: Empowered governance fosters citizen participation, ensuring peace and stability.
5. Sustainable Development: LGAs can now pursue initiatives that cater to unique local challenges and opportunities.
KANET’s Call to Action KANET urges all stakeholders to support LGA autonomy through:
1. Training & Capacity Building: Enhance governance skills of LGA officials.
2. Program Evaluation: Implement mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability.
3. Technical Support: Provide expertise in project management and financial planning.
4. Full Operation of EFCC & ICPC: Ensure anti-corruption bodies monitor LGA activities.
5. Whistleblowing Empowerment: Establish credible whistleblowing policies for community protection and engagement.
Ensuring Effective LGA Functioning
1. Direct Resource Allocation: Timely funding to enable efficient mandate execution.
2. Community Participation: Engage locals in decision-making processes.
3. Infrastructure Development: Prioritize essential infrastructure like roads, healthcare, and schools.
4. Transparency & Accountability: Promote open governance to build public trust.
ConclusionKANET celebrates this judicial victory as a monumental step for grassroots governance in Nigeria.
The network remains committed to supporting this transformative journey and calls on all stakeholders to collaborate in fostering a thriving, secure, and prosperous future for Nigerian communities.
Contact: Nura Ahmad Muhammad
Secretary, KANET Steering Committee
kanonetworkofngos@gmail.com
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