On May 29, no fewer than 18 new governors were sworn into office. Twelve of the 18 succeeded governors from their own parties and were, in most cases,
It is almost certain that these set of governors from rival political parties will not be covering up the wrong-doings of their predecessors in office. In fact, some have indicated they would reverse some policies of the former governors. There are fears this could end up as a witch-hunt that might lead to political and social unrest.
In states like Sokoto and Yobe, things seem good enough for their health workers, resident doctors there refused to join the warning strike embarked upon by the National Association of Resident Doctors. It is the position of this newspaper that this is not sustainable in the long run as the depleting resources available at the local government level will increase the level of insecurity and ungoverned spaces in remote areas.
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