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Kwara

Cap. K33 (2006)

Formally: Kwara State Local Government Law

Kwara State Local Government Law, Cap. K33 of 2006 (commenced 20 May 2005; repeals 1999 version); Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), s. 7

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Sunshine Score: 30/100 (weak)
30/100

Sunshine Score

30/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
Advance Notice 3 days
Public Comment Not required
Closed Sessions 6 permitted categories
Minutes Required
Recording Not required
Remote Participation Not allowed
Enforcement Voidable, legislature exempt
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Agenda & Notice Requirements

Regular Meetings
3 days

Online posting: Not required

Public Participation

Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed

Virtual Meetings

Member Remote Participation
Not allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed

State Local Government Administration Law does not address remote participation by members; no COVID-era amendment identified.

Closed Sessions

Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances

Permitted Categories

Meeting Minutes

Minutes Required
Yes

Online posting: Not required

Recording & Broadcast

Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No

Enforcement

Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Residents with sufficient interest may seek judicial review; council members may raise procedural matters internally
Enforcement Body
State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs; courts

Sources & References

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The specific rules for Kwara may differ from this general description. Consult the full statute for details.