In Nigeria, the 1999 Constitution (as amended) lays out strict procedures and requirements for the creation of new states. These are outlined in Section 8 of the Constitution. ✅ Constitutional Requirements for State Creation in Nigeria: 1.Formal Request The process must begin with a formal request, signed by: At least two-thirds of the elected representatives (Senators, House of Reps members, and State Assembly members) from the area seeking to form the new state. 2. Support from Local Governments The request must be supported by a simple majority (more than 50%) of: The local government areas (LGAs) in the area requesting the new state. And also a simple majority of LGAs in the existing state(s) from which the new state is to be created. 3. National Assembly Approval If the request meets the above conditions, the National Assembly (Senate and House of Representatives) must then: Approve the request by a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers. 4. Referendum After National Assembly approval, a referendum is conducted. It must be: Approved by at least 51% of the people in the area affected, through a yes vote in a referendum organized by INEC. 5. Presidential Assent If the referendum passes, the National Assembly passes an Act creating the new state. This Act must be: Signed into law by the President. #statecreationation