Nigeria needs a radical change from Unitary Government to True Federalism

The monstrous unitary system is not working and can’t fix itself. The evidence of failure is laid bare for all to see. Everything is crumbling, including the institutions . The politicians have lost touch , only interested in profiting from the dysfunction. Political revolution is not imminent due to successful political divisions along ethnic lines , religion, etc. There is killings everywhere, all we hear is ‘ we must learn to live together or perish together’ according to Shettima , the Vice President of Nigeria.  “The constitution does not confer any powers on the units. It is the Central Government that delegates certain powers to the units on its own accord. The units are therefore, subordinate agents of the centre.  The powers enjoyed by them are the gifts of the centre and as such these can be taken back at any moment. The units are thus not autonomous and independent in any way. The concept of freedom of speech and expression always remains at a low priority, that’s why most of the principles of unitary government are much similar to that of dictatorship system of government”- Shivaji College. “ A unitary state is the opposite of a federation, where governmental powers and responsibilities are divided and guaranteed by the constitution. In a unitary state, the political subdivisions must carry out the directives of the central government but have no power to act on their own”-Robert Longley. Whether Political leaders listen or not, Nigeria needs True Federalism to kickstart growth and sustain its diversity. The monstrous unitary system of government can’t fix the country- only a radical change offers a way forward. Uche Okeke. Find out more…