Committee Recommends Sagamu as Capital for Proposed ‘Remo-Ijebu’ State

A committee has recommended Sagamu as the capital of the proposed ‘Remo-Ijebu’ state. The Remo people, distinct from the Ijebus, seek acknowledgment of their unique cultural identity. Simultaneously, the House of Representatives is deliberating proposals for the creation of 31 new states, emphasizing constitutional requirements for such requests.

In a recent development, a committee tasked with the creation of a new state called “Remo-Ijebu” has recommended Sagamu as its capital. This recommendation was part of a report presented by the committee to its chairman, Aare Kola Oyefeso, highlighting the unique identity of the Remo people, who are distinct from the Ijebus, emphasizing their heritage and historical migration. The committee advocates for this recognition in light of their distinct cultural identity and ties to their origins in Ile-Ife.

Aare Kola Oyefeso presented the committee’s comprehensive 66-page memorandum to the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland. Within this document, the committee argued that Ogun East, representing the Ijebu Province, is the only pre-independence province not yet established as a state. The memorandum firmly states that any efforts to undermine the Remo identity within the proposed state will not be tolerated, stressing their desire for a proper acknowledgment of their heritage and development.

The committee also furnished empirical evidence supporting Sagamu’s selection as the capital, citing the significant growth and infrastructural advancements seen in Remoland over the past three decades. Concurrently, it has been noted that the House of Representatives is currently reviewing requests for the establishment of 31 new states across Nigeria. The Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, indicated that these proposals are under scrutiny, with specific constitutional requirements being outlined.

During a plenary session on February 6, 2025, Kalu announced the extension of the submission date for state creation requests, emphasizing that none of the proposals have yet satisfied the constitutional criteria. The House of Representatives has been actively engaging with public reactions to these proposals, as residents across Nigeria contemplate how the nation’s map might change. Reports are ongoing concerning the broader implications of new state formations on governance and regional representation.

The proposal for the creation of the ‘Remo-Ijebu’ state, with Sagamu as its capital, highlights the ongoing efforts to acknowledge regional identities within Nigeria. The committee emphasizes the distinct cultural heritage of the Remo people and insists on preserving their identity amid state formation. As the House of Representatives continues to assess multiple requests for the creation of new states, the need for constitutional compliance remains paramount, with public interest clearly engaged in the expected changes to Nigeria’s political landscape.

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