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Why Soludo Must Fulfill His Promise To Conduct Local Government Elections In Ana by Abaga001: 11:30am On May 15 |
Anambra State, a vibrant and significant part of Nigeria’s south-eastern region, is currently under the leadership of Governor Charles Soludo, who assumed office in March 2022. Governor Soludo, during his inaugural address, laid out a comprehensive vision for the state, emphasising the importance of security, education, infrastructure, and economic development among many other priorities. However, a crucial aspect of governance that still needs to be fulfilled is the conduct of local government elections. The absence of constitutionally and legitimately elected local government chairmen, coupled with Governor Soludo not honoring his word, is very detrimental to Anambra’s democracy and Ndi Anambra’s belief in said democracy. Citizens will feel disconnected from the political process and believe that their participation does not impact the outcome, hence excluding them from the democratic process. Appointed officials lack the motivation to be as accountable to the people as elected representatives, threatening local government autonomy and weakening the quality of governance at the local level. Local government elections are vital for several reasons. Firstly, they facilitate the decentralisation of power, allowing for more direct representation and participation of citizens in their local governance. This can lead to more efficient and tailored solutions to local issues, as well as promote accountability and transparency at the grassroots level. Secondly, local governments play a critical role in service delivery, including primary education, healthcare, sanitation, and infrastructure development. The effective functioning of local governments is, therefore, essential for the overall development of the state. READ MORE: https://crispng.com/why-soludo-must-fulfill-his-promise-to-conduct-local-government-elections-in-anambra/
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