Voice of Reason (VOR), a Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) has asked governments and other stakeholders in Nigeria to expedite action that will lead to the restructuring of the country on a regional basis.
The group also sought the return of the country to the parliamentary system of government, just as it gave kudos to The Patriots and The Rebirth Group (TRG).
VOR’s position is contained in a release by its general secretary, Mr. Kamar Raji, on Friday, and hailed The Patriots and The Rebirth Group (TRG) for their recent strident advocacy for restructuring and return to the parliamentary system of government.
It expressed readiness to collaborate with all genuine actors in bringing about a restructured Nigeria that is anchored on equity, justice, security, and sustainable development”.
Recall that the Patriots at a Summit held in Abuja recently brought together a diverse coalition of stakeholders and declared that Nigeria urgently needs a new constitution — one that genuinely reflects the aspirations and sovereignty of its peoples.
“Shortly thereafter, The Rebirth Group (TRG) hosted its Third Regional Conversation in Enugu (July 30–31, 2025. The Enugu Symposium, whose theme was “Restructuring Nigeria: Pathway to Peace, Equity, and Sustainable Development,” also attracted eminent Nigerians from all regions.
“The group advocated for the restructuring of Nigeria into eight autonomous regions, each constitutionally empowered to govern its affairs, manage its resources, and ensure its security within a cooperative federal framework.”
According to the Voice of Reason (VOR), “these conversations underscore a growing national consensus to wit: Nigeria’s progress is contingent upon meaningful restructuring. The current over-centralized system has stifled innovation, eroded accountability, and deepened discontent.”
The non-governmental organisation made up of a distinguished assembly of Yoruba intellectuals, entrepreneurs, and professionals, insisted that “Restructuring — through devolution of powers, fiscal federalism, and enhanced regional autonomy — offers a peaceful and democratic pathway to unlock the full potential of all regions”.
It maintained that Nigeria’s progress is contingent upon meaningful restructuring.
“The current over-centralised system has stifled innovation, eroded accountability and deepened discontent,” adding that Nigeria, at the moment, is at a critical juncture in its history in which “failure to take urgent action may lead to the aggravation of the crises that imperil our unity and future”.
Raji, however, stated that VoR is of the opinion that, disconcerting as the situation appears to be, “with courage, vision — qualities we believe our President (Tinubu) embodies — and the collective resolve of peace-loving Nigerians, we can build a just, prosperous and harmonious federation where every nationality flourishes”.
To realise these soonest, VoR urged “critical stakeholders — across political, ethnic, and religious lines, including traditional institutions, professional bodies, civil society, youth organisations and the private sector — to unite in a national rescue mission and embrace inter-regional dialogue for a restructured, prosperous Nigeria”.
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