From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
Vice President Kashim Shettima is presiding over the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the first since February 20.
Among the attendees is Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas, despite the controversial nature of his position. Sole administrators are not constitutionally recognised under democratic rule, and their appointments face legal challenges.
The meeting, attended by governors including Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia (Benue), Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara and Nigeria Governors’ Forum Chairman), Monday Okpebholo (Edo), Uba Sani (Kaduna), Alex Otti (Abia), and Bassey Otu (Cross River), shifts focus from the Nutrition 774 Initiative to address rising insecurity nationwide.
Despite expectations, the state police debate was deferred, with members noting the need for a comprehensive report before further discussion.