Will direct local‑government allocations begin this year after the autonomy ruling?

Will federal allocations begin being paid directly to local governments this year, following the Supreme Court's financial‑autonomy ruling?

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Overview

Nigeria's Supreme Court ruled that local governments should receive their allocations directly. This market forecasts whether direct payments to LGs actually begin this year.

Resolution rules

Resolves YES if the Federal Government / RMAFC / CBN officially confirm that federal allocations are being paid directly to local government councils this year. Resolves NO if implementation does not begin this year. Official statements are authoritative.

Official source: Federal Government / RMAFC / CBN official statements

Lifecycle

1. DRAFT — Create

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2. REVIEW — Review

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3. APPROVED — Approve

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4. OPEN — Open

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