# Ex-Rep praises Tinubu's reforms, demands direct revenue allocation to LGs

> A former member of the House of Representatives, Sam Onuigbo, has urged Nigerians to hold state governors accountable for increased Federation Account revenues following the removal of the petrol subsidy, accusing some governors of denying local governments the funds needed for grassroots development.

- Published: 2026-10-11T22:02:00.444Z
- Updated: 2026-10-13T01:01:53.536Z
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- Topics: Politics, Science and technology
- Involves: Abdullahi Sule, Alhaji Mairiga Katuka, Garba Kurfi, Global Legislators Organisation for a Balanced Environment International, Hope Uzodimma, Institute of Capital Market Registrars, Lafia, Nasarawa State, Mrs. Samiya Usman, National Population Commission, Probate Registry, Sam Onuigbo, Securities and Exchange Commission

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