The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Federal Government, mandating that local government funds be paid directly to them. This ruling is a significant victory for the Federal Government in its ongoing effort to ensure local government autonomy in states across the country.
The case, which saw the Federal Government taking several state governments to court, centered around the practice of state governments controlling funds meant for local governments. The Federal Government argued that this practice violated the constitutional provisions that guarantee the financial independence and autonomy of local governments.
More details of the ruling shortly
