10th National Assembly Approves Creation of Six New States — One from Each Geo-political Zone
10th National Assembly Approves Creation of Six New States — One from Each Geo-political Zone
By Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
Date: October 27, 2025
The corridors of power in Lagos buzzed with rare political harmony over the weekend as the 10th National Assembly reached a historic resolution that may soon redraw the map of Nigeria.
It was a decision that carried the weight of decades of agitation, echoing the cries of marginalized regions and the dreams of communities that have long yearned for recognition and identity.
The meeting, co-chaired by the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, considered a mountain of submissions — 69 constitutional amendment bills, 55 state creation requests, two boundary adjustment proposals, and 278 applications for new local government areas.
By the close of deliberations, the air in the hall was heavy but hopeful. Out of the chaos of competing demands, a rare consensus emerged — one new state per zone, balancing the scales of political representation and rekindling the dream of equitable federalism.
If approved, Nigeria’s 36-state structure will expand to 42 states, each new entity carrying the promise of a more inclusive nation.
The Roadmap of Change
Under the new arrangement:
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South-South will rise to seven states,
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South-West will equally have seven,
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South-East will finally move to six,
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North-West will grow to eight,
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North-East to seven,
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and North-Central to seven.
To ensure justice and regional balance, the lawmakers set up a special subcommittee led by Senator Mohammed Tahir Monguno, the Chief Whip of the Senate. The subcommittee’s task is as delicate as it is monumental — to sift through 55 passionate requests and identify the six deserving territories that will be transformed into new states.
“We will meticulously review all the petitions,” one committee member promised.“We shall be guided by equity, history, and national interest. Nigeria belongs to us all.”
Between Hope and Uncertainty
Across the country, reactions flowed like ripples from a stone dropped in a quiet river. Some hailed the decision as a long-overdue act of justice — a new dawn for forgotten communities whose voices have echoed for decades in the wilderness of bureaucracy.
Others, however, cautioned that the dream must be matched with responsibility. “State creation must not be a reward for political lobbying,” one analyst warned. “It must be about service, development, and justice.”
Still, for millions who have watched their towns and tribes remain on the fringes of national relevance, this development feels like a soft wind of renewal — a promise that Nigeria still listens, and that the spirit of federalism is not dead.
As one elder from the Niger Delta quipped, “We have been part of this country’s strength for too long; it is time for the structure to reflect our contribution.”
Towards a Rebalanced Federation
The resolution, now part of the joint committee’s final report, will be presented to both chambers of the National Assembly in early November. If adopted, it will not only expand the number of states but could also recalibrate Nigeria’s power dynamics — giving marginalized groups a voice and bringing governance closer to the people.
In the words of a political observer, “The 10th National Assembly may just have written its name in gold — not for political showmanship, but for rekindling the hope of fairness.”
For a nation weary of division, this development offers a sliver of unity. It is a reminder that even in the midst of struggle and suspicion, Nigeria can still find common ground — one decision, one dialogue, one state at a time.
Editor’s Note — By Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
The creation of new states is not merely an administrative act; it is a redefinition of belonging. For the Niger Delta and other historically marginalized regions, this move rekindles an age-long struggle for inclusion, justice, and self-determination within the federation.
Yet, as we celebrate this possibility, let us remember that true development does not come from drawing new boundaries, but from building new bridges of accountability, equity, and service.
Nigeria’s greatness will not be measured by how many states we have, but by how well each state reflects the hope and dignity of its people.
This decision must therefore go beyond politics — it must become a legacy of balance, unity, and renewed trust in the Nigerian project.
Source: Daily Newspaper
Author: Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
Publisher: Global Egberi Media International
Tags: #StateCreation #NationalAssembly #NigeriaPolitics #ConstitutionReview #BarauJibrin #BenjaminKalu #FederalStructure #NigerDelta #GlobalEgberiMediaInternational
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