Nigeria, June 30 -- The Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State have disagreed on allegations of non-release and diversion of funds meant for local governments in the state.

While the SDP alleged that the state government was diverting the funds, the APC said the allegation was false and lacking in credibility.

SDP Chairman, Gbenga Akinbuli, who triggered the controversy on Saturday, said his party had "credible information" that the state government was collecting federal allocations meant for local governments.

"This revelation raises serious concerns about fiscal federalism, local government autonomy, and the principles of democracy," Mr Akinbuli said in a statement.

"It is unconscionable...