24.9.2025
President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s support for constitutional reforms tailored for strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, stated this while declaring open a Public Hearing on the Review of 1999 Constitution in Abuja.
Tinubu described the process as a “golden opportunity” to entrench good governance, inclusivity and sustainable development.
“The Constitution is the supreme law of the land. It is not static, but a living document that must continually respond to the realities, aspirations and challenges of our people,” he said.
The President, who commended the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review, chaired by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, said the review is in accordance with his Renewed Hope Agenda.
He also commended the committee for creating an inclusive platform that engages citizens, civil society, political parties, professional groups and traditional institutions.
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, restated his commitment to participatory governance and inclusiveness.
Tajudeen commended the Rep. Benjamin Kalu-led House Ad-hoc Committee on Constitution Review for their diligence and excellent work done.
“This reflects the House of Representatives’ steadfast commitment to participatory governance and inclusive nation-building, affirming that every Nigerian has a meaningful voice in shaping the document that defines our republic.
“I wish to commend the committee for its diligence and inclusivity. They have demonstrated through their work that a constitutional amendment must be a listening exercise before it becomes a legislative one,” he said.
He said that the publication of the Summarised Compendium of Bills, the online portals for feedback, the open invitations for memoranda and the dedication with which members attended zonal sessions all demonstrated a people-driven process.
Tajudeen, who particularly congratulated the deputy speaker and every member of the committee for discharging their responsibilities with integrity and patriotism, saluted all who travelled from every corner of the country to participate.
He said that Nigerians are weary of constitutional reforms that drag on for years, losing momentum and eroding public trust. NAN
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