Aba State (Creation) Bill

A Bill proposes the creation of a new Nigerian state called Aba State. This new state would be carved out of Abia State to accelerate development in the Aba metropolis. The move aims to improve political representation and focus development on the commercial hub.

What Is This Policy?

Proposes the creation of a new Nigerian state — Aba State — to be carved from Abia State, granting the Aba metropolis and surrounding areas separate statehood to accelerate development and address representation concerns.

Who Does It Target?

Residents of the proposed Aba State area Abia State Government National Assembly members from the South-East zone Federal Government and INEC

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Create a new federating unit (Aba State) from the existing Abia State Bring government services closer to the densely populated Aba metropolis Address long-standing calls for greater political representation for Aba residents Unlock development focus for the Aba commercial and industrial hub

Key Features

Constitutional Process: Requires two-thirds majority in National Assembly and approval by two-thirds of state houses of assembly — as per Section 8 of the Constitution. Defined Territory: Bill delineates the geographic boundaries of the proposed new state. Transition Provisions: Addresses revenue allocation, civil service, and asset division arrangements between existing and new state.

Current Status

Under consideration by the National Assembly. The Aba State (Creation) Bill is at an early legislative stage and has not been passed.

Legal Framework

Aba State (Creation) Bill — awaiting enactment; Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) — Section 8