The latest development is a major step towards actualizing one of the oldest and most consistent state-creation demands in the history of Nigeria.
If the bill is passed, the legacy of the old Ijebu Province, a region popular for its rich cultural heritage, commercial enterprise, and historical prominence in the pre-independence era, will come back to life.
During plenary, lawmakers across different political parties backed the proposal, hailing Senator Gbenga Daniel for consistently advocating for it.