Creation of More States: Broad Way to Socio-economic Developments in Nigeria

by wallyg

Creation of More States: Broad Way to Socio-economic Developments in Nigeria

Although some have argued against creation of states in the country, stating that such can only lead to over-dependence on the federal government, I differ from this argument, in that the experience drawn from the creation of states in Nigeria in previous years has . . . → Read More: Creation of More States: Broad Way to Socio-economic Developments in Nigeria

Lagos an Overpopulated State: a Case of Continous Spatial Restructuring and Interaction

by dj @ oxherder arts

Lagos an Overpopulated State: a Case of Continous Spatial Restructuring and Interaction

LAGOS

Introduction

Lagos State was created on May 27, 1967 by virtue of State (Creation and Transitional Provisions) Decree No. 14 of 1967, which restructured Nigeria’s Federation into 12 states. Prior to this, Lagos Municipality had been administered by the Federal . . . → Read More: Lagos an Overpopulated State: a Case of Continous Spatial Restructuring and Interaction