In a broader effort to restructure Nigeria’s Federal system the Nigerian Senate is reviewing proposals for the creation of 31 new states across the country.
 The proposed new states by region are:
North-Central:
  – Benue Ala (from Benue)
  – Okun, Okura, Confluence (from Kogi)
  – Apa-Agba, Apa (from Benue)
  – Federal Capital Territory (as a standalone 37th state)
 North-East:
  – Amana (from Adamawa)
  – Katagum (from Bauchi)
  – Savannah (from Borno)
  – Muri (from Taraba)
North-West:
  – New Kaduna
  – Gurara (from Kaduna)
  – Tiga, Ghari (from Kano)
  – Kainji (from Kebbi)
South-East:
  – Etiti (proposed 6th SE state)
  – Adada (from Enugu)
  – Urashi, Orlu, Aba (from South-East region)
South-South:
  – Ogoja (from Cross River)
  – Warri (from Delta)
  – Bori (from Rivers)
  – Obolo (from Rivers/Akwa Ibom)
South-West:
  – Toru-Ebe (from Delta, Edo, Ondo)
  – Ibadan (from Oyo)
  – Lagoon (from Lagos)
  – Ijebu, Oke-Ogun (from Ogun)
  – Ife-Ijesha (from Oyo and Osun)
Other Key Proposals in the constitutional review are
 1. Full Autonomy for Local Governments: Independent election bodies and increased decision-making powers.
2. Judicial Reforms: 20 bills aimed at improving the judiciary, including setting timelines for judgments and expanding tribunal powers.
3. State Police Forces: Creation of state police forces and security councils to enhance security.
4. Fiscal Reforms: Enforcement of budget timelines and improved revenue sharing.
5. Gender Inclusion: Reserved legislative seats for women.
6. Diaspora Voting Rights: Allowing Nigerians in the diaspora to participate in elections.
7. Independent Candidates: Legal recognition of independent candidates.
8. Expanded Roles for Traditional Rulers: Establishment of National and State Councils.
