The Ondo State Government has reacted to the court judgement nullifying the creation of the 33 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state.
The government in a statement by the Attorney General of Ondo State, Mr Kayode Ajulo SAN, said necessary legal action will be taken on the judgement.
The statement said the government has taken cognizance of Ondo State High Court’s judgement and had requested for a Certified True Copy of it.
Ajulo said after it was studied and analysed, a legal opinion would be presented to the state government.
“Subsequently, all necessary measures, in accordance with our laws, will be taken to safeguard the interests of our citizens, foster peaceful coexistence, and uphold the rule of law.
“The Attorney General remains steadfast in his commitment to prioritizing the well-being and welfare of our citizens, working tirelessly to ensure that justice and the law are served,” the statement said.
Recall that Justice A.O Adebusuoye of the state High Court had in a judgement on Thursday described the creation of the LCDAs as unlawful.
According to the court it was illegal for a Governor to sign a law outside the State.
The court said that the Local Government Creation Law 2023 signed by the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu in Ibadan was unconstitutional, illegal, null and void.
