Nwifuru’s 2027 threat exposes local democracy failure

The Punch | 06-09-2026 03:26am |

Governor Nwifuru's recent threat to local government chairmen has exposed the crisis of local government autonomy in Nigeria. This incident raises questions about the effectiveness of grassroots governance and the health of democracy at the local level. Observers say it reflects a broader failure to empower local authorities.

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