The defence committee said the engagement with the military is to ensure the proper implementation of President Tinubu's directive on the scheme.
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The government also announced plans to encourage other paramilitary establishments to secure available arable lands for cultivation. It’s essential to acknowledge that news production incurs expenses, and we take pride in never placing our stories behind a prohibitive paywall.The lawmaker also commended the federal government for using the instruments of the law to restore the “autonomy” of the local governments in the country.
“With local government autonomy, there will be competition and development as councils focus on their campaign promises. This could be a catalytic change for Nigeria’s development,” he said. It empowered the Accountant-General of the Federation to bypass the state governments in the monthly disbursement of federal allocations to the local governments.
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