Ogun NULGE calls for end to state interference in local councils
The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees in Ogun State has criticized the state government for interfering in local government administration. The union accused Governor Dapo Abiodun of refusing to implement local government autonomy despite directives from the Supreme Court, National Assembly, and President Bola Tinubu. Local government workers say this has led to poor working conditions and inadequate resources at the grassroots. The union has threatened to withdraw from agreements over the contributory pension scheme due to the government's alleged failure to meet its commitments.
What we know
- The union claims the state government is interfering with local government operations, affecting service delivery and worker morale.
- Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly have directed the implementation of local government autonomy, but the union says Governor Dapo Abiodun has not complied.
- The union referenced the Supreme Court judgment of July 11, 2024, which ordered direct allocation to local governments, stating it has not been implemented.
- Local government workers allege that key revenue sources have been taken over by the state government, limiting their ability to provide services.
- The union is considering pulling out of pension agreements and demands immediate implementation of full autonomy and improved salary structures for local government heads.
