From January 2025, every of the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria will receive direct allocations from the Federal Government, marking a significant shift in governance. This development is sequel to a landmark Supreme Court ruling in July, granting full autonomy to LGAs, which allows them to manage their funds independently. Under the new regim, allocations from the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) will bypass State governments, ensuring Councils have direct access to their resources. Some LGAs have already begun receiving funds directly, but by January, all Councils will…
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