Stakeholders discuss Federalism at today's book presentation and anniversary lecture of The Guardian

The Guardian newspaper is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary with an event featuring the President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, delivering the anniversary lecture. 

The celebration will be held at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Victoria Island, Lagos. 

The event will also include a public presentation of The Guardian Federalist paper titled "Federalism is the Answer… If Federalism is The Answer, What is The Question?" with Prof. 

Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General of NIIA, as the keynote speaker.

The occasion provides an opportunity to reflect on Nigeria's federal structure and discuss potential solutions to challenges faced by the country. 

The Guardian's editorial notes the importance of adopting a federal system that empowers institutions and promotes democratic ideals.