- A bill to create Ogoja State from Cross River has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives ¹
- The proposed state will be located in the South-South Region of Nigeria
- The bill, sponsored by Hon. Godwin Offiono and three others, aims to alter the 1999 Constitution to facilitate the creation of the new state
Background and Next Steps
The House of Representatives took a significant step towards the creation of Ogoja State by passing the bill for second reading. The proposed state will be carved out of Cross River State, and its creation is expected to have significant implications for the region.
The bill was voted for through a voice vote by Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House, and has been referred to the Committee on Constitutional Review for further consideration.
This development marks a crucial milestone in the process of creating a new state in Nigeria, and its progress will be closely watched by stakeholders and citizens alike.
