Gani Adams Harps On Restructuring as Sole Solution to Nigeria’s Current Challenges
He drew comparisons with other African countries, highlighting Senegal and Gambia as models of effective governance through regionalism
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has reiterated the urgent need for restructuring, describing it as the sole remedy for Nigeria’s structural imbalances.
He made this statement during the 2024 Oya Festival in Kwara State. Adams advocated for a return to regionalism, proposing a system that allows regions to develop at their own pace.
He criticized the current centralized structure, which grants excessive power to the Federal Government, pointing out that the system is harmful to the nation’s progress.
“Restructuring remains the only alternative for Nigeria to move forward. We should adopt regionalism as a better option that would enable the federating units to develop at their own pace,” Adams stated.
He drew comparisons with other African countries, highlighting Senegal and Gambia as models of effective governance through regionalism.
“Senegal, with 14 regions and a population of about 17 million, enjoys stable power supply, quality infrastructure, and effective security. Its socio-economic growth has been sustained through regional development,” he noted.
“Similarly, Gambia, with just six regions and a population of two million, thrives on tourism and taxation, ensuring economic stability and security for its citizens,” he added.
Adams emphasized that Nigeria, with a population of over 250 million, continues to struggle with insecurity, economic instability, and infrastructural decay.
He urged both the National Assembly and the Executive to prioritize a constitutional review, asserting that restructuring is the only way to address the country’s challenges. More
