Stakeholders from the North-West zone have renewed calls for the creation of new states, citing improved development, equity, and security as key motivations.
The demands were presented at the North-West zonal public hearing of the Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), held over the weekend in Kano.
The chairman of the Kainji State Movement, Ahmed Musa Ibeto, told the committee that the proposed state would consist of Zuru Emirate in Kebbi, and Kontagora and Borgu Emirates in Niger.
He said the emirates had long-standing administrative and historical ties dating back to the colonial era of 1902.
He added that the creation of the state would address security concerns and promote justice, equity, and fairness for the people of the region.