Why the Federal Capital Territory Should Have Three

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria would benefit from being divided into three administrative zones because it would improve governance, service delivery, and representation. A three‑zone structure would allow the federal government to decentralize decision‑making, bringing officials closer to residents and reducing the bureaucratic bottlenecks that arise from managing the entire territory as a single unit. It would also enable more equitable allocation of resources—each zone could have its own budget, planning authority, and development priorities tailored to its specific population density, infrastructure needs, and economic activities. Finally, three zones would provide clearer political representation, giving residents a... Views Nigeria