Nigeria, July 7 -- A growing agitation is taking root among residents of Southern Borno, calling for the creation of a new state to be named Savannah State.

This demand stems from long-standing grievances over political marginalization, lack of representation in key appointments, and perceived ethnic favoritism within the current Borno State structure.

Investigations by The News Chronicle reveal that the proposed state would encompass several local government areas, including Biu, Damboa, Gwoza, Shani, Chibok, Bayo, and Kwaya Kusar, among others.

During a five-day investigation in Maiduguri, The News Chronicle spoke with residents who voiced deep frustration with the existing political arrangement.

Many described a pattern of systemic...