The committee overseeing the proposed ‘Remo-Ijebu’ state has recommended Sagamu as its capital, emphasizing the distinct identity of the Remo people. The House of Representatives has received proposals for creating 31 new states but indicates that none currently meet constitutional requirements. An extension for submission has been granted until March 5, 2025, stirring public discussion about the implications of such developments.
A committee tasked with overseeing the establishment of the proposed state of ‘Remo-Ijebu’ has recommended Sagamu as its capital. This decision was announced following the submission of a comprehensive report to the committee’s chairman, Aare Kola Oyefeso. The committee was initiated by the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, emphasizing the unique identity of the Remo people which distinguishes them from the Ijebu. According to Oyefeso, the Remo region is a vital area of Ogun East that has yet to be recognized as a state, and the committee presented empirical data backing Sagamu’s selection as the capital due to its significant growth in the past thirty years.
Furthermore, the recent updates from the House of Representatives reveal that proposals for the creation of 31 new states have been received, with a letter read by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu during a plenary session on February 6, 2025. Notably, Kalu stated that currently, no requests for new states fulfill the constitutional criteria, and the committee has extended the submission deadline to March 5, 2025. The discussion has generated notable reactions across Nigeria, as citizens ponder the implications of potentially modifying the nation’s map with additional states.
In summary, the committee has proposed Sagamu as the capital of the new ‘Remo-Ijebu’ state, highlighting the Remo people’s distinct cultural identity. Concurrently, the House of Representatives continues to evaluate proposals for 31 new states, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to constitutional requirements before approval can be granted. The discourse surrounding state creation in Nigeria is ongoing and likely to evolve further in the coming months.
Original Source: www.legit.ng
