The pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take a cue from Togo and initiate the process of transitioning Nigeria's federal system to a parliamentary one. This call comes amidst Afenifere's concern over the worsening insecurity in Nigeria, urging swift action from the federal and state governments, as well as the National Assembly, to establish state police forces.
Afenifere's leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, made this plea at the organization's monthly meeting in Ogun State. He referenced Togo's recent shift from a presidential to a parliamentary system, where lawmakers now elect the President, as a model for Nigeria.
The organization's call aligns with efforts by 60 members of the House of Representatives to switch back to a parliamentary system, citing the exorbitant costs of the presidential system in Nigeria. Afenifere believes that adopting the parliamentary system, as seen in Togo, could be more cost-effective and less prone to corruption.
Additionally, Afenifere urged Tinubu to address the escalating food insecurity in Nigeria, particularly the attacks on farmers and destruction of crops. They emphasized the urgent need to protect farmers and their produce nationwide.
