South-East leaders push for creation of ANIM State
Political leaders and stakeholders from the South-East are intensifying efforts to secure national support for the creation of ANIM State. A delegation from Imo and Anambra states met with Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, to present their unified proposal. The group highlighted broad backing from political, traditional, and community leaders in the region. They also commended Kalu for facilitating consensus among South-East stakeholders on the initiative.
What we know
- Osita Izunaso led a delegation representing Imo and Anambra states to advocate for ANIM State.
- The proposal has gained support from state assemblies, local governments, and traditional institutions in the affected areas.
- Infrastructure projects, including a Government House in Orlu, have been undertaken in anticipation of the new state.
- Benjamin Kalu emphasized the need for national consensus and urged the group to seek support from lawmakers and governors beyond the South-East.
- The South-East currently has five states, while other zones have six or more, fueling calls for an additional state to address political imbalance.
