ALGON Assembly Adopts Reforms as Uzodimma Backs Stronger Local Governments

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria held its 2026 General Assembly in Abuja, where members considered reforms aimed at strengthening grassroots administration and internal governance. Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma attended as special guest and said effective local government administration was vital to delivering public services. He also restated the Federal Government’s support for local government autonomy, institutional strengthening and fiscal viability. The assembly approved changes including the reconstitution of its Board of Trustees, the redesignation of its administrative head from Secretary-General to Director-General, annual budgets and constitutional amendment proposals. Members also discussed ways to improve the capacity of local governments across Nigeria.

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