Lawmakers in the National Assembly have proposed the creation of seven new states across various regions of the country.
Oke-Ogun State
Oke-Ogun State is set to be carved out of the current Oyo State. It will consist of 12 local government areas: Olorunsogo, Irepo, Oorerelope, Ogbomosho North, Ogbomosho South, Saki-East, Saki-West, Atisbo, Itesiwaju, Iwajowa, Kajola, and Iseyin. The bill for the creation of Oke-Ogun, along with Ijebu and Ife-Ijesha states, was introduced by Honourable Oluwole Oke, representing Obokun/Oriade federal constituency in Osun State.
Etiti State
In the southeast, Etiti State has been proposed. The bill was presented on Tuesday, July 2, with its first reading in the House of Representatives. It was sponsored by five lawmakers: Miriam Onuoha, Chinwe Nnabuife, Amobi Ogah, Anayo Onwuegbu, and Kama Nkemkama. The new state would be formed from parts of Ebonyi, Enugu, Anambra, Abia, and Imo states.
Ijebu State
Ijebu State, also sponsored by Honourable Oluwole Oke, will be created from the existing Ogun State. It will include nine local government areas: Ijebu East, Ijebu North-East, Ijebu Ode, Ikenne, Odogbolu, Ogun Waterside, Remo North, Sagamu, and parts of Abeokuta. Located in southwestern Nigeria, Ijebu borders Lagos State to the west and Ondo State to the east, known for its rich cultural heritage and economic significance.
Ife-Ijesha State
Honourable Oke has also proposed Ife-Ijesha State, to be carved out of Osun State. It will encompass nine local government areas: Atakunmosa East, Atakunmosa West, Boluwaduro, Ife Central, Ife East, Ife North, Ife South, Ilesa East, and Ilesa West.
Adada State
The creation of Adada State has passed its first reading as of July 2, sponsored by Senator Okey Ezea. This new state will be formed from the Enugu North senatorial district, comprising six local government areas: Igbo-Eze North, Igbo-Eze South, Udenu, Nsukka, Igga, and Uzo-Uwani, with Nsukka serving as the state capital.
Orlu State
Orlu State is another proposed entity in the southeast region, set to have 28 local government areas.
Anioma State
Finally, Anioma State is proposed in the southeast, consisting of nine local government areas.
These proposals are at various stages of consideration in the National Assembly, aiming to address regional administrative needs and enhance governance.