President Tinubu Submits Bill for Regional System of Government: A New Dawn for Nigeria

In a groundbreaking move, President Bola Tinubu has submitted an executive bill to the National Assembly, paving the way for Nigeria’s return to a regional system of government. This bold initiative aims to address long-standing national problems, grant more autonomy to regions, and promote national unity.

Key Provisions of the Bill

1. Regional Autonomy: The bill proposes dividing Nigeria into eight geo-political regions, each with defined interim boundaries.
2. Decentralization of Power: Power will shift from the central government to regional authorities, reducing the concentration of power.
3. Regional Governance: Each region will have its own executive and legislative branches.
4. Resource Control: Regions will have greater control over their natural resources.
5. Economic Development: The bill aims to stimulate economic growth and development in each region.

Benefits of the Regional System of Government

1. Increased Representation: Regional voices will be heard more clearly.
2. Effective Governance: Transparency and accountability will be promoted.
3. Infrastructural Development: Regional development will drive national progress.
4. Empowerment: Regions will empower their citizens.
5. National Unity: The regional system will promote unity and cohesion.

Reactions to President Tinubu’s Leadership

Many Nigerians are praising President Tinubu’s bold leadership and courage in tackling contentious issues. His determination to address regional tensions and promote national unity has been commended by various stakeholders.

Twelve Prayer Points

For the Successful Passage and Implementation of the Bill

1. Wisdom and Guidance: “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault.” (James 1:5)
   • Pray for President Tinubu and the National Assembly to make informed decisions.
2. National Unity: “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” (Ephesians 4:3)
   • Pray for the regional system to promote unity and cohesion.
3. Autonomy and Self-Governance: “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” (Galatians 5:1)
   • Pray for regions to effectively manage their affairs.
4. Economic Growth: “The Lord will grant you abundant prosperity—in the fruit of your womb, the young of your livestock, and the crops of your land.” (Deuteronomy 28:11)
   • Pray for the regional system to stimulate economic development.
5. Peace and Security: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
   • Pray for peace and stability in Nigeria.
6. Effective Representation: “Select capable men from all the people—men who fear God, trustworthy men who reject partiality.” (Exodus 18:21)
   • Pray for regional voices to be heard.
7. Good Governance: “The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon.” (Psalm 92:12)
   • Pray for transparency and accountability in regional governance.
8. Infrastructural Development: “Build houses and settle down; plant gardens and eat their produce.” (Jeremiah 29:5)
   • Pray for regional development to drive national progress.
9. Education and Healthcare: “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge.” (Hosea 4:6)
   • Pray for improved access to quality education and healthcare.
10. Empowerment: “Equip you with everything good for doing his will.” (Hebrews 13:21)
    • Pray for regions to empower their citizens.
11. Cooperation: “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1)
    • Pray for collaboration between regions and the central government.
12. Divine Intervention: “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” (Psalm 145:18)
    • Pray for God’s guidance and protection over Nigeria.

May God bless Nigeria and guide its leaders in this new era of regional governance.