CURRENT REPORT BLOG Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom commended the Senate’s recent intervention in advocating for the autonomy of local governments in Nigeria. Ortom’s praise came in response to the Senate’s resolution, which called for withholding statutory allocations from non-democratically elected local government councils throughout the country. This decision was prompted by a motion presented by Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, specifically addressing concerns about democratic structures within Benue State’s local government administration. Ortom, through a statement from his media aide Terver Akase, applauded the Senate’s firm stance, recognizing it as a significant move towards upholding democratic principles and ensuring the autonomy of local government administration across Nigeria.
The Senate’s resolution reflects a commitment to democratic values and principles, according to Ortom, who sees the intervention as a crucial step in promoting local government autonomy nationwide. The former governor emphasized the importance of such actions in preventing dictatorial tendencies and maintaining the democratic fabric of governance. Ortom’s appreciation underscores the significance of the Senate’s role in safeguarding the autonomy of local government structures and ensuring adherence to democratic principles throughout the country.
