The Senate has called on the Federal Government to withhold statutory allocations from local government councils not democratically elected.
The move aims to curb dictatorial tendencies of state Governors, prompted by the recent dissolution of elected Councils in Benue State.
Senator Abba Moro initiated the motion, emphasizing the urgent need to protect democracy against the erosion witnessed in Benue.
Lawmakers asserted that appointing Caretaker Committees as replacements is undemocratic and violates the constitution.
Senator Victor Umeh, seconding the motion, expressed concern over the persistent undermining of the local government system in Nigeria.
The Senate strongly condemned the arbitrary dissolution of democratically elected councils, urging Governor Hyacinth Alia to adhere to the rule of law.
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Lawmakers called for a review of caretaker committees and the reinstatement of elected councils, emphasizing the importance of upholding democratic principles.
They urged the Benue state Governor, Hyacinth Alia to adhere to his oath of office to obey the rule of law, review the constitution of caretaker committees and reinstate the elected councils.
The Senate’s focus now shifts to debating the merits and general principles of the 2024 appropriation bill.